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RE Teacher / RE ECT, EdEx – Education Recruitment
Religious Education (RE) Teacher / RE ECT – Permanent Position
A "Good"-graded comprehensive school and sixth form in Newham are seeking an ambitious Religious Education Teacher (RE Teacher) / RE ECT to join their department for a September 2026 start. This is a permanent, full-time role, paid on the Inner London Scale. Teaching and Leadership Responsibility (TLR) options are available for experienced candidates looking to progress their career.
About the School
The school serves under 1,000 students, offering excellent career progression, CPD opportunities, and supportive Senior Leadership Team (SLT). It is known for:
- Outstanding academic results, including top-tier Progress 8 and KS5 outcomes (with Oxbridge placements for students).
- Exceptional student behaviour and modern, inspiring facilities.
- Proactive RE leadership, actively seeking innovative RE specialists to enhance departmental strategy.
The Role
The Head of Religious Education is seeking a driven RE Teacher who:
- Can lead initiatives with own research.
- Contributes creatively to curriculum development.
- Shows a passion for RE and a commitment to evidence-based teaching.
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Key Responsibilities
- Teach RE lessons across multiple year groups, ensuring excellence in lesson delivery.
- Develop, implement, and review the RE curriculum.
- Support whole-school RE policy and best practice in RE engagement.
- Mentor NQTs (if eligible) and maintain strong interpersonal relationships.
Location & Terms
- Borough: Newham
- Start Date: September 2026
- Position: Full-time (Permanent)
- Salary: MPS1–UPS3 (Inner London scale) + TLR options (dependent on experience).
- Interviews will take place immediately after the Easter holidays. Due to the September placement, lesson observations can be arranged now.
Person Specification: RE Teacher / RE ECT
EssentialRequirements
- Hold or be in process of gaining UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Meet or exceed the 8 Teaching Standards at ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ levels.
- Strong academic record (Degree, A-Levels, and GCSEs).
- In-depth subject knowledge in RE, with an ability to teach complex concepts effectively.
- Open to feedback and a drive to reflect and improve practice.
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School Benefits
- Graded ‘Good’ in the latest Ofsted report.
- Impressive Progress 8 scores and exceptional KS5 outcomes.
- Cutting-edge resources: Touchscreen Chromebooks with Google Suite embedded.
- Gradient seating allocation and professional development opportunities.
- CPD dedicated to subject-specific growth.
- Onsite parking included.
- Employee benefits: Cycle-to-work scheme, childcare salary sacrice, and school pension scheme.
- Active Staff Association offering social and sport events.
- Individual PPA time to maintain a balanced work-life dynamic.
- Well-behaved and inclusive student body.
Next Steps
If this RE Teacher / RE ECT role sounds suitable, interview plans can begin now! Email your CV to Josh at EdEx for an interview within 12 hours of application. Lesson observations and interviews will commence immediately.
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