RE Teacher (Religious Education)

Job Description

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RE Teacher (Religious Education) - KS3 & KS4 - Long-Term Supply - Secondary School - Wigan

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a well-regarded secondary school in the Wigan area to recruit an enthusiastic and knowledgeable RE Teacher / Religious Education Teacher for a long-term supply opportunity. This role is to start ASAP and is expected to continue for a minimum of 2 months. You will teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4. Daily pay is up to £232.56 per day, depending on experience.

About the role (RE Teacher - Wigan)

• Teach engaging, well-structured Religious Education (RE) lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Support pupils to explore religious and non-religious worldviews, ethical issues and philosophical questions through balanced, respectful discussion.
• Plan and adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and EAL.
• Assess progress and provide clear feedback to help pupils improve in knowledge, evaluation and extended writing.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour for learning in line with whole-school routines.
• Start date: ASAP | Duration: minimum 2 months (potential to extend).

The school

This client 11-16 secondary school in Wigan is known for its positive, caring ethos and high expectations. The school's culture is built around a clear set of shared expectations often referred to as "the Hawkley Way", underpinned by a fundamental principle of mutual respect ("treat other people with respect to be respected in turn"). Leaders and staff place strong emphasis on effective learning conditions, pastoral support, academic progress and inclusive opportunities for pupils to thrive.

The Religious Education department

The RE / Religious Studies curriculum supports pupils to become thoughtful, respectful and well-informed, building skills in explanation, evaluation and balanced argument. At KS3, students develop core knowledge of key concepts (belief, practice, authority, community and identity) and learn to discuss big questions in a structured, inclusive way. At KS4, the curriculum explores a range of theological and ethical themes such as Christian and Islamic beliefs and practices, issues of life and death, relationships and families, good and evil, and human rights, helping pupils to connect learning to modern Britain and the wider world.

What we're looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification).
• Recent experience teaching RE / Religious Education in a UK secondary school, ideally across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong behaviour management and the ability to build positive relationships quickly in a long-term supply role.
• Confidence delivering lessons that encourage discussion, critical thinking and respectful debate.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one through Tradewind).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Pay and benefits

• Competitive daily rate up to £232.56 per day (depending on experience).
• Long-term supply placement with potential to extend beyond the initial minimum term.
• Dedicated consultant support from Tradewind Recruitment.
• Access to CPD and training, including safeguarding and behaviour support. xwzovoh

How to apply

To apply for this RE Teacher / Religious Education Teacher role in Wigan, contact Anthony at Tradewind Recruitment on or email . For confidentiality reasons, the school name will be shared with suitable applicants at the next stage.