St Ursula’s Convent School are seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Religious Education (RE) to join its team. The RE department is at an exciting stage of growth, with opportunities to shape and refine the curriculum while strengthening the Catholic ethos of the school. This role requires dedication and a proactive approach as we continue to build on strong foundations. This is an exciting opportunity to support the shaping and strengthening of our department, working collaboratively to inspire students and deepen their understanding of faith. This role is suitable for an ECT or an experienced teacher.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a practising Catholic, committed to upholding and promoting the teachings and values of the Catholic Church.
- Have experience teaching Religious Education at Key Stages 3 and 4, with a strong understanding of AQA GCSE Religious Studies Specification B and the KS3 RED curriculum.
- Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
- Be passionate and knowledgeable about Religious Education – able to inspire students and encourage meaningful discussion.
- Be eager to work collaboratively and contribute to the ongoing development of the RE curriculum, ensuring it remains relevant, academically rigorous, and aligned with the school’s mission of ‘serviam’ (I will serve).
If you are passionate about Religious Education and want to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you!
In return, the school can offer a good working environment with opportunities and encouragement to develop both personally and professionally. Staff well-being is a high priority. We are based in a fantastic location with excellent transport links including the DLR, Elizabeth Line and mainline railways.
At St Ursula’s Convent School, students are ambitious and aspire to be the very best; staff have exceptionally high standards and expectations; Senior Leaders and all teachers are passionate about making a difference; Governors are strongly supportive of the school.
St Ursula’s Convent School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the well-being of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants.
Full details, including a teaching staff application form, can be found on the school website www.stursulas.com
Please note that we cannot accept stand-alone CVs
Completed applications and/or any enquiries should be sent to rcruitment@stursulas.com.
The closing date is Monday, 31st March 202,5 at 12pm
Applicants may be interviewed if their application is considered suitable, and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made, so please apply at the earliest opportunity