Religious Education Teacher – Theological Depth – Watford

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

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Job Description

RE Teacher - Deliver Rigorous Theological Study and Inspire Critical Philosophical Engagement at GCSE and A-Level - Watford
A highly supportive and academically minded secondary school in Watford (Hertfordshire) is seeking an experienced Religious Education Teacher with a focus on deep theological and philosophical study from January 2026.

RE Teacher required from January 2026
Watford-based school with a clear community focus and strong academic track record in Humanities.
Seeking a specialist to teach GCSE and A-Level Religious Studies, covering both ethics and theology.

You will teach Religious Education across KS3-KS5. The role requires the ability to deliver complex theological concepts clearly and foster critical, respectful philosophical debate in the classroom.
Experience and Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Theology, Philosophy, or RE.
Demonstrable success in achieving high grades at GCSE and A-Level.
Strong ability to engage students in complex abstract reasoning and critical thinking.
Commitment to promoting SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural) development.

School Information
The Humanities faculty is highly collaborative. The school is committed to fostering open-minded, articulate students ready for further study, offering excellent resources and a professional environment that prioritizes subject expertise over administrative tasks.

Strong departmental support and shared resources.
Competitive salary scale and a diverse, engaging student population.
Opportunities to run a debating club or academic lecture series.
Access to a wide range of external CPD focusing on A-Level Philosophy and Ethics.
Regular opportunities for cross-curricular collaboration with the English and History departments.

Salary
Paid to MPS/UPS Regional Scale
Application
To apply for this RE Teacher position in Watford, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.
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