79 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    31 January 2027 at 12am (midnight)

  • Date listed

    13 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

Religious education

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

£33,739 - £53,094 Per Year

Religious Education Teacher job summary

Ark Charter Academy

Teacher of Religious Education

Reporting to: Head of RE

Location: Ark Charter Academy

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern:  Full Time

Salary: £34,921 - £54,952 (MPS/UPS)

Start Date: 02/22/2027 or Sooner if Possible

Interviews will take place as suitable candidates apply so early application is highly encouraged.

Inspire. Educate. Empower.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that champions innovation, values curiosity, and fosters ambition. Ark Charter Academy is seeking a passionate Teacher of Religious Education who can deliver dynamic, thought-provoking lessons and contribute to a culture of academic excellence and personal growth.

Summary of the Role

As a Teacher of RE, you’ll be central to delivering a rich curriculum that explores philosophical, ethical, and spiritual questions, equipping students with the tools to understand themselves and the world around them. We are looking for a committed professional who can inspire young people to think critically and question deeply.

At Charter, we believe in challenging our students and holding them to the highest standards – both academically and in their conduct. Our aim is to nurture confident, articulate, and resilient individuals who embody courage, respect, and curiosity.

This role is suitable for Early Careers Teachers

Our Ideal Candidate:

  • Qualified to teach and work in the UK
  • A degree in RE or a related subject
  • A genuine enthusiasm for teaching RE and igniting a love of the subject
  • A reflective, resilient, and driven educator committed to securing the best outcomes for all students.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for any questions, please contact Keah Stell, HR Lead, on k.stell@charteracademy.org.uk.

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

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

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.

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About Ark Charter Academy

Organisation type
Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
883 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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Website
Ark Charter Academy website
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Ark Charter Academy is a happy and vibrant school located in the heart of Portsmouth. We believe that every young person should feel a sense of belonging to our school community and enjoy their learning.

We inspire and support our students so they can become the very best they can in every single way. With love and care, we develop motivation both inside and outside the classroom, encouraging an appetite for learning in a safe and stimulating Christian environment. We want our students to become the leaders and game-changers of the future.To achieve this we offer an academic curriculum that strives to expose all pupils to the richness of education, allowing them to experience a diversity of subjects during their time with us.

Our teachers and support staff work hard every day to inspire each and every student to develop skills which will help them to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves in recognising hard work and rewarding it accordingly, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth in school and across the wider Ark network.

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