Teacher of RE - 2nd in Charge
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 3HP13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
5 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Religious education
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPS + TLR 2b
Additional allowances
TLR 2b
What skills and experience we're looking for
Required from September 2026, we are seekingto appointa dynamic and forward thinking Teacher of RE who would be 2nd in charge of the Faculty (TLR 2b).
We are looking for someone able to teach Key Stage 3-5, who is innovative,creative andpassionate about RE. The successful candidate will lovethe challenge of working with teenagers and committed to supportingthemto be creative,reflective and resilient learners. They willshare our aspiration to help realise the school's vision 'Always our best because everyone matters'.This role would suit an experienced teacher.
What the school offers its staff
Our vision is that every child experiences ‘Life in all its fullness’, so you will see RE as an essential part of a full life.
All of our teachers are also tutors. We have a strong House system and we will be looking to recruit someone who will be an asset to the House that they join. The pastoral team will be involved in the interview process.
Bishop Luffa School is a very special place to work. Our students are proud of their school and take part in an incredible number of extra-curricular activities, such as House Drama, the Sixth Form Fashion Show and Charity Week. We would like to hear from people who share our vision that we are here to show students ‘life in all its fullness’ and who firmly believe that learning extends beyond the classroom.
Bishop Luffa School is a fully comprehensive 11-18 Church School, which has been judged as Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. I hope that we live our Christian values of love and respect, which all of our staff and students support, regardless of their beliefs.
Bishop Luffa School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS check. As part of due diligence checks, an online search may be carried out on shortlisted candidates (Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, paragraph 225).
If you are able to inspire and motive students in order to help them achieve their full potential, we would welcome your application. I would encourage you to come and view the school and looking forward to meeting you.
More detailed information is available in the Information booklet and if you have any questions about the role please do not hesitate to get in touch with Mrs Claire Duke, Head of RE (dukec@bishopluffa.org.uk)
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. As part of due diligence checks, an online search may be carried out on shortlisted candidates (Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, paragraph 225).
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1579 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bishop Luffa School, Chichester website
- Email address
- christophern@bishopluffa.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01243 832709
Church of England Secondary School
Arranging a visit to Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email christophern@bishopluffa.org.uk.
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