Teacher of Philosophy and Religion

Consett Academy, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6LZ

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  14 October 2025 at 1pm

• Date listed

  29 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Philosophy, Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS - UPS

Teacher of Philosophy and Religion job summary

Teacher of Philosophy and Religion
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher who inspires students to explore Philosophy and Religion through engaging, thought-provoking lessons? Consett Academy is seeking a Teacher of Philosophy and Religion to deliver high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the possibility of teaching KS5 for the right candidate. You will be accountable for student attainment, progress and outcomes, supporting each student to fulfil their individual potential within a supportive and challenging learning environment.

Working closely with the Head of Department and colleagues, you will develop and deliver well-planned, differentiated lessons that cater to all abilities and learning styles. You will use a variety of interactive teaching strategies and assessment methods to monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, and encourage student reflection. Strong classroom management skills and the ability to foster a positive, respectful leaning environment are essential.

As part of your role, you will also contribute to the wider school community by supporting pastoral duties, acting as a tutor, and participating in extracurricular activities and events. You will be proactive in your own professional development, responding to feedback, collaborating with colleagues, and keeping your subject knowledge and pedagogy up to date.

We offer a welcoming and collaborative environment where your commitment to student progress and professional growth will be valued. Our schools provide access to ongoing training, opportunities to contribute to curriculum development, and the chance to work with a supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a Trust that prioritises both staff and student success.

If you have strong subject knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a genuine desire to inspire young people, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, providing a great chance to meet the team and see our learning environment first-hand.

Please note that we operate a probationary period of 6 months across all jobs in the Trust (see attached policy for further details). You will receive a comprehensive induction to support you to successfully pass your probation

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 Consett Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1491 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Consett Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/consett-academy

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