Religious Education Teacher

Religious Education Teacher - Northampton

Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent Preferred (Fixed-Term or Long-Term Supply Considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate Religious Education Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in a supportive Northampton secondary school? Do you enjoy inspiring students to explore different faiths, ethical issues, and philosophical questions while promoting respect, understanding, and critical thinking?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a well-regarded secondary school in Northampton seeking a dedicated Religious Education Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is a full-time position, with the school ideally looking to appoint on a permanent basis, although fixed-term contracts and long-term supply arrangements will also be considered.

The successful candidate will teach Religious Education across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach Key Stage 5 for the right candidate. You will become part of a supportive Humanities department committed to delivering engaging, thought-provoking lessons that encourage students to develop their understanding of religion, ethics, philosophy, and contemporary issues.

The role will involve:

Teaching Religious Education across KS3 and KS4, with potential KS5 opportunities

Planning and delivering engaging lessons that promote discussion, reflection, and critical thinking

Creating an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing their views respectfully

Supporting students of all abilities to achieve their full potential

Working collaboratively with the Humanities department to develop curriculum resources and share best practice

Encouraging students to develop an understanding of different beliefs, cultures, and moral perspectives

The ideal candidate will:

Hold QTS/QTLS or an equivalent teaching qualification

Have strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Religious Education

Be confident managing behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment

Be committed to delivering inclusive, high-quality teaching and learning

Be suitable for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

In return, the school offers:

A welcoming and supportive school community

Permanent employment preferred, with fixed-term and long-term supply options available

Competitive salary or daily rate, dependent on experience

Access to high-quality CPD through The National College

Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant

If you're ready to inspire young people and help them develop a deeper understanding of religion, ethics, and the world around them in a Northampton secondary school, apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about this exciting opportunity