Teacher of RE (Maternity Cover)
St Anne's Catholic School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2WZ14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
2 November 2026 or 1 January 2027 depending on availability
Closing date
5 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
21 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 4
Subject
- Religious education
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Contract type
- Fixed term - Up to 1 year, end date dependent on return of postholder - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR depending on experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated RE Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join our vibrant educational community. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire and support students through a temporary teaching position, fostering a love for learning and personal growth. As an RE Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons, nurture student development, and collaborate with colleagues to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Your energetic approach and commitment will ensure a seamless continuation of our students’ religious education during this maternity cover period.
Duties
- Plan, prepare, and deliver dynamic Religious Education (RE) lessons aligned with curriculum standards, ensuring engaging and meaningful learning experiences.
- Foster a supportive classroom atmosphere that promotes respectful behavior, active participation, and curiosity among students.
- Use creative writing techniques and storytelling to make religious concepts accessible and inspiring for diverse learners.
- Mentor students through personalized tutoring sessions, helping them develop critical thinking skills in areas such as ethics, philosophy, and cultural studies.
- Implement effective behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and extracurricular activities related to religious studies.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement using clear and professional language.
- Support students with special educational needs by adapting lessons and providing additional guidance as required.
- Proofread and review student work to ensure clarity, accuracy, and high-quality submissions.
- Assist in organizing school events or projects related to religious festivals or community outreach initiatives.
Experience
- Proven experience teaching Religious Education or similar subjects within a school setting.
- Strong mentoring skills with the ability to motivate and inspire students of varying abilities.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, students, and parents.
- Demonstrated organizational skills to manage lesson planning, assessments, and classroom resources efficiently.
- Familiarity with teaching math concepts integrated into religious studies or interdisciplinary projects is a plus.
Join us in making a meaningful impact during this rewarding maternity cover role! We value energetic educators who are eager to foster curiosity, support student growth, and create an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Application information available on school website:https://st-annes.uk.com/joining-us/vacancies/97/teacher-of-re
What the school offers its staff
St Anne’s is a highly successful 11-16 girls’ school with a mixed sixth form in the heart of Southampton. Rated by Ofsted as outstanding in all areas, our Catholic ethos means we pride ourselves on ensuring that staff wellbeing is at the heart of every decision we make. Our results show that this leads to positive and successful learning experiences for our pupils. Staff and students tell us they enjoy working here and are proud to be a member of St Anne’s.
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About St Anne's Catholic School
- Organisation type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1189 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- crees@st-annes.uk.com
All Girls Year 7 - Year 11 Catholic Secondary School with mixed Sixth Form
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