Philosophy & Ethics Teacher (Religious Studies)

Park High School, Stanmore, HA7 1PL

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Philosophy, Religious education
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £37,870.00 - £56,154.00 Annually (Actual) Outer London Pay Scale (M1 – UP3)

Philosophy & Ethics Teacher (Religious Studies) job summary

Thank you for your interest in joining Park High School.

Park High is a school of character and opportunity, known for its caring, harmonious ethos and high aspirations for every student. We are proud to provide an environment in which young people can flourish both academically and personally, supported by high standards, excellent pastoral care and a strong sense of community.

Due to an increased Year 7 intake from September 2026, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join our successful Philosophy and Ethics department. This is an exciting opportunity for either an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or a more experienced teacher looking to broaden their experience within a high-performing and supportive school. We welcome applications from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time work.

The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking, close-knit team in a wonderfully diverse and multicultural school community. Our Philosophy and Ethics curriculum encourages students to explore religion, philosophy and ethical issues through enquiry-based learning, critical thinking and respectful discussion. Students study the six major world religions at Key Stages 3 and 4, developing their understanding of religion and world views through both chronological and comparative approaches.

At GCSE, we follow the Eduqas Route A specification, covering philosophical and ethical issues alongside Christian and Sikh beliefs, teachings and practices. At A Level, students follow the Eduqas specification and engage with a broad range of philosophical and ethical thinkers, including Aristotle, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, David Hume, Jeremy Bentham and Joseph Fletcher, as well as Buddhist beliefs, teachings and practices.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to teach a diverse, ambitious curriculum that reflects and celebrates the richness of our school community. We are looking for someone who can inspire students to think deeply, challenge assumptions and develop their own informed perspectives, while fostering curiosity, empathy and academic confidence.

We can offer:

• A stimulating learning environment where innovation, challenge and engagement are central to teaching and learning
• A vibrant, award-winning school with an excellent reputation locally and beyond
• A strong commitment to the wellbeing of all members of our community
• Outstanding student outcomes, including a significantly positive Progress 8 score and zero NEETs
• Students who are motivated, well behaved and eager to learn
• A supportive, enthusiastic and inspiring team within which to grow and develop
• Genuine opportunities for professional learning and career progression

If you are passionate about teaching Philosophy and Ethics, committed to high standards, and keen to make a meaningful contribution to a thriving school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Park High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1471 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Park High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/park-high-school-stanmore

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