Second in Charge of Religious Education

Hours: Full time

Salary: Main Scale/Upper Pay Scale (£40,317- £62,496) + TLR2B (£5,870)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Permanent

Join St Thomas More Language College, SW3 2QS, as a Second in Charge of Religious Education

Are you passionate about Religious Education (RE) and committed to inspiring students? St Thomas More Language College is seeking a Second in Charge of RE to join our community of dedicated educators as soon as possible. We welcome both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers for this permanent role, offering the opportunity to teach a diverse range of abilities, within a school renowned for its strong academic outcomes and deeply rooted Catholic values.

About Us

St Thomas More Language College is a thriving Catholic institution which offers a rich and diverse curriculum for its students and a commitment to development opportunities for its staff. Situated in the heart of Chelsea, the school benefits from an attractive and vibrant setting, with excellent transport links nearby, including South Kensington and Sloane Square underground stations. Its central London location offers easy access to a wide range of cultural and educational resources, making it an inspiring and convenient place to work and learn.

The school is part of the Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust, which promotes a collaborative environment, founded on Catholic Social Teaching and the principles of solidarity and subsidiarity, ensuring all pupils are supported to grow and succeed.

Key Responsibilities

As a Second in Charge of RE, you will:

• Assist in the leadership and management of the RE Department, with a particular focus on Key Stage 4. This will include ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning, designing and implementing a broad, balanced and innovative curriculum and improving student outcomes
• Deliver engaging and comprehensive lessons, fostering a love for the subject and high standards of attainment
• Take a leading role in curriculum development, shaping schemes of work and resources to ensure relevance and depth in line with national standards
• Participate in departmental activities, including field trips and enrichment programmes, to support a well-rounded learning experience
• Track and support pupil progress, providing feedback and reporting to parents to ensure each student achieves their potential
• Act as a Form Tutor, offering pastoral support, promoting positive behaviour and instilling self-discipline

What We Are Looking For

Our ideal candidate:

• Holds a good honours degree in Religious Education or a related discipline, along with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Is committed to personal development
• Brings excellent knowledge of the subject, curriculum requirements and exam specifications
• Possesses strong organisational skills, a proactive approach to lesson planning and effective classroom management skills

What We Offer

• A competitive Inner London salary (Teachers’ Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale)
• Professional development opportunities tailored to support your growth and career progression
• A welcoming and supportive environment with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare for all pupils

Apply Today

To learn more about the role, the school and the Trust, please visit our Vacancies page.

To apply, please download and complete the application forms available on our Vacancies page mentioned above. Once you have completed the forms, please email your application to Chanel Spooner, Personal Assistant to the Headteacher via spoonc@stmo.sjscat.co.uk

Closing Date: 8am on Monday 11 May 2026

St Thomas More Language College and the Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All roles are subject to satisfactory vetting, including an Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) provide that when applying for certain jobs, certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and they do not need to be disclosed to employers. If they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website and further information about filtering offences can be found in DBS filtering guide.

Join us in our mission to cultivate an educational environment that inspires growth, respect and academic achievement!