Teacher of Religion and Philosophy

Teacher of Religion andamp; Philosophy with Chaplaincy Responsibilities

• Chichester, West Sussex | Full-Time | Long Term
• MPS/UPS | Plus Chaplaincy Allowance
• Start: September 2025

Calling all passionate educators with a heart for faith and philosophy!

Are you a thoughtful and inspiring teacher with a strong grounding in Christian values£ Do you thrive on engaging students in meaningful conversations about lifeandrsquo;s biggest questions£ If so, this is your calling!

We''re recruiting on behalf of a high-achieving and values-driven secondary school located in the beautiful coastal town of Chichester. This school is proud of its inclusive Christian ethos and is seeking a dynamic Teacher of Religion andamp; Philosophy to join their thriving Humanities faculty andmdash; with a unique twist: you''ll also take on exciting Chaplaincy responsibilities to support the spiritual life of the school.

About the School:

This is not your average school. Itandrsquo;s a vibrant community committed to nurturing academic excellence and spiritual growth. Students flourish in a culture rooted in Christian values, critical thinking, compassion, and curiosity.

The Role:

You''ll teach Religion andamp; Philosophy across Key Stages 3andndash;5 (KS5 experience desirable), delivering inspiring, thought-provoking lessons that ignite student interest and encourage respectful dialogue and deep reflection.

Alongside your teaching, you''ll serve as a part-time School Chaplain (1 day per week) andmdash; helping lead collective worship, mentor staff and students in spiritual matters, and foster a reflective and prayerful school culture.

Responsibilities include:

Teaching:

• Deliver engaging RP lessons across all key stages
• Support students of all abilities, using assessment data to drive rapid progress
• Contribute to pastoral care and wider school life

Chaplaincy:

• Plan and resource weekly tutor worship aligned with Christian themes
• Train and support staff in delivering worship content
• Support seasonal services (Carol, Easter, Whole-School Communion, Leaversandrsquo; Worship, etc.)
• Facilitate student prayer life, maintain the Prayer Room, and engage with local churches

About You:

Youandrsquo;re an inspirational teacher and reflective practitioner with:

• Strong subject knowledge in Religion andamp; Philosophy
• Experience teaching at KS4 (KS5 a bonus!)
• A personal commitment to Christian values and ethos
• The creativity to develop worship that is meaningful and inclusive
• A genuine passion for guiding young people both intellectually and spiritually

Qualifications:

• A degree in a relevant subject
• QTS (or working towards it)
• Ongoing professional development and reflective practice
• DBS certificate on the update service or willing to obtain

Why Apply£

• Shape the hearts and minds of future generations
• Be part of a caring and collaborative school community
• Develop your leadership skills in both teaching and spiritual formation
• Enjoy a scenic and historic location with a strong sense of purpose

andnbsp;If you''re ready to combine your teaching expertise with your faith journey, we want to hear from you! Apply now or contact our team today for an informal chat.