Religious Education Teacher

Teacher of Religious Education

Location: Hounslow Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Highly Competitive Salary, Commensurate with Experience

The Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an inspirational and highly academic Teacher of Religious Education (RE) to join the thriving department of a prestigious school in Hounslow. We seek an individual passionate about world religions, philosophy, and ethics, capable of fostering deep intellectual curiosity and critical thinking in our bright, ambitious students.

The Role You will be responsible for teaching Religious Education across Key Stages 3, 4 (IGCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), ensuring a rigorous and intellectually stimulating curriculum. Your duties will include planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and monitoring their attainment to ensure outstanding outcomes. You'll also be expected to contribute to the broader academic and pastoral life of the school, perhaps supervising extended projects, leading ethical debates, or contributing to interfaith dialogue initiatives and community outreach programmes.

About Our School Our independent school in Hounslow is renowned for its academic prowess and its commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals. We attract highly motivated students and dedicated staff, benefiting from state-of-the-art facilities and small class sizes that facilitate personalised learning. Our ethos encourages deep inquiry, critical thought, and a vibrant extracurricular programme that complements our challenging academic offering, preparing students for top universities and diverse ethical landscapes.

The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly qualified Teacher of Religious Education, holding a strong academic degree in the subject or a related field (e.g., Philosophy, Theology, Ethics). You'll possess an outstanding track record of delivering excellent results at IGCSE and A-Level. We're looking for a passionate educator with exceptional subject knowledge, a commitment to fostering independent learning, and the ability to inspire a genuine love for the discipline in students destined for top universities.

What We Offer

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the calibre of our staff.
• The opportunity to contribute to a well-established and successful department with a strong reputation for academic excellence.
• A supportive and intellectually stimulating academic environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
• Access to excellent resources and opportunities for significant professional development, including academic conferences and seminars.
• Working with bright, engaged students in a desirable West London setting, offering a dynamic environment for learning and growth.