20 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    30 January 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    9 January 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject

Religious education

Working pattern

Full time (Can be done as a job share)

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£31,650 - £49,084

Pay scale

M1 - UPS3 (Teacher)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School have an exciting opportunity for a new colleague to join our wonderful RE Department.

Following a recent inspection by the Archdiocese of Liverpool, which focused on the religious life of the school, we were delighted to achieve an Outstanding status. The inspectors noted that “This is a successful, happy and joyful community. Students are rightly proud of their Catholic identity and speak with great enthusiasm about their school and the teachers.” (read the inspection report on the school website/Statutory Information/Section 48 Inspection)

Whether you are an experienced practitioner who is seeking a change of environment, a former teacher looking to return to the profession, or an ECT; the most essential criteria that we are seeking is that you are committed to raising achievement through excellent classroom practice. In return we offer a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities.

It really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special!

What the school offers its staff

In return we offer a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities.

We are a forward-looking and flourishing school, well regarded for the excellence of our academic achievement and the high level of motivation of pupils and staff. Visitors to our school never fail to comment on our respectful students, the positive team ethos amongst staff and the friendly welcome that they receive.

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

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Offer of employment is subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, pre-employment health check and references.

Applying for the job

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About St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield

School type
Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1202 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01942 728651

Established in 1961, St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School has a proud history. We are a mixed, voluntary-aided Catholic secondary school for pupils aged 11-16, located in Ashton-in-Makerfield, near Wigan in Greater Manchester. The pupil roll is 1,200 and we are over-subscribed year on year due to the excellent reputation the school holds within the community.

St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School is committed to providing an education rooted in Gospel values, inspiring pupils to make the world a better place. “Prepare the way of the Lord” is the school motto.

Arranging a visit to St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@arrowsmith.wigan.sch.uk.

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