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Graduate Religious Education Trainee Teacher, KPI EDUCATION
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Are you a Religious Education graduate with a passion for philosophy, ethics and world religions?
Would you like to earn a salary while training to become a qualified Religious Education Teacher in a successful London secondary school?
Could this Graduate Religious Education Trainee Teacher opportunity be the perfect first step towards a rewarding teaching career?
Graduate Religious Education Trainee Teacher – London
Full-time | September 2026 Start
Salary: Up to £32,000 | School-Based Teacher Training Opportunity
An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in London is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Religious Education Trainee Teacher to join its thriving Humanities faculty from September 2026.
This exciting opportunity is ideal for a graduate who is passionate about Religious Education and is keen to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through a fully supported, school-based teacher training programme.
Working alongside experienced Humanities teachers, you will receive exceptional mentoring while developing the skills, confidence and classroom experience needed to become an outstanding teacher. You will initially support lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 before gradually taking responsibility for planning and delivering engaging Religious Education lessons that encourage critical thinking, respectful debate and an understanding of diverse beliefs and cultures.
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The department delivers a broad and engaging curriculum covering major world religions, philosophy, ethics and contemporary moral issues, helping students develop empathy, analytical skills and an appreciation of different perspectives. You will also have opportunities to contribute to enrichment activities, educational visits and cross-curricular projects.
The school has an excellent reputation for developing graduate trainees into confident classroom practitioners, with many progressing into permanent teaching roles following successful completion of their training year.
The Ideal Candidate
- A 2:1 degree or above in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, Ethics or a closely related subject.
- A genuine ambition to become a qualified Religious Education Teacher.
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for encouraging thoughtful discussion and intellectual curiosity.
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
- The right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
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What the School Offers
- A salaried teacher training route with earnings of up to £32,000.
- A fully supported pathway towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Outstanding mentoring from experienced Humanities teachers and senior leaders.
- A welcoming and collaborative department with excellent teaching resources.
- Continuous professional development throughout your training year.
- A supportive school culture that values academic excellence and professional growth.
- Excellent long-term career progression with the opportunity to secure a permanent teaching position.
If you're passionate about inspiring young people to explore different beliefs, cultures and ethical issues while developing into an exceptional teacher, this is an outstanding opportunity to begin your career in education.
Apply today by sending your CV to Ryan at KPI Education. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.
Graduate Religious Education Trainee Teacher – London | September 2026 Start | Up to £32,000 | School-Based Teacher Training | QTS Pathway | Apply Today
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