Teacher of Religious Education
St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7SX13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Jan 2027
Closing date
23 November 2026 at 9am
Date listed
9 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Religious education
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) Pay Award Pending
Teacher of Religious Education job summary
Inspire curiosity. Explore meaning. Shape futures.
Are you passionate about Religious Education and committed to helping young people engage with some of life's biggest questions?
At St Peter and St Paul Catholic Voluntary Academy, Lincoln, we are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Religious Education to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to teach a subject that sits at the heart of our school's mission and values, helping students develop understanding, compassion, critical thinking and respect for others.
Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher looking to begin your career in a supportive and ambitious school, we would love to hear from you.
You will join a welcoming and highly committed staff team that is passionate about delivering excellent learning experiences and achieving the very best outcomes for every student.
The RoleAs a Teacher of Religious Education, you will:
- Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons that inspire a love of learning.
- Encourage students to think critically, explore different viewpoints and develop informed opinions.
- Support students of all abilities to achieve their full potential.
- Contribute to a culture of high expectations, excellent behaviour and positive relationships.
- Play an active role in the wider life of the school and Trust.
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Voluntary Academy is a successful and welcoming secondary school situated in the historic city of Lincoln. Our school is built upon strong Catholic values, where every member of our community is known, valued and supported to flourish.
As part of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, we benefit from being part of a family of 35 Catholic primary and secondary schools across Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City. Staff enjoy strong collaboration, excellent professional development opportunities and the support of a forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence in education.
At St Peter and St Paul, we are proud of our caring ethos, positive relationships and ambitious curriculum. We believe that staff wellbeing, professional growth and a strong sense of community are fundamental to our success.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:- Is an excellent classroom practitioner or has the potential to become one.
- Has a passion for Religious Education and the ability to inspire young people.
- Is committed to achieving excellent outcomes for all students.
- Builds strong and positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
- Has high expectations of learning, behaviour and achievement.
- Is reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop professionally.
- Will support the Catholic ethos and values of the school and Trust.
- Salary: MPS £32,916 - £45,352 per annum.
- Wonderful students who are eager to learn and succeed.
- A supportive and collaborative staff team.
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced colleagues across the Trust.
- Access to high-quality CPD and career development programmes.
- Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering emotional, financial and legal support.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and access to a range of employee discounts.
- A leadership team that recognises, values and supports its staff.
Religious Education is a central part of school life at St Peter and St Paul. This role provides a unique opportunity to teach a subject that encourages students to explore faith, morality, culture and identity while making a meaningful contribution to their personal development.
If you are looking for a school where your expertise will be valued, your development supported and your work truly make a difference, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. We would be delighted to show you around and discuss the role in more detail.
Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive and caring community where every staff member feels valued and has a strong sense of belonging. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where all colleagues are treated with dignity and respect and are supported to achieve their full potential.
You do not need to be Catholic to work within our Trust. We warmly welcome applications from people of all faiths and none who are supportive of our Catholic ethos and values. We believe that diversity enriches our schools and strengthens our communities.
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with a disability or long-term health condition.
Help young people explore the questions that matter most. Join St Peter and St Paul Catholic Voluntary Academy and shape futures through Religious Education.
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
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
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View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 601 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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