14 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    5 January 2026

  • Closing date

    13 October 2025 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    29 September 2025

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject

Religious education

Working pattern

Full time: Monday to Friday 32.5 Hours per week

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

  • To fulfil the Professional Standards for Teachers, in the context of being a teacher of Religious Studies as part of a subject team and as a Form Tutor as part of a Year Team

  • To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate

  • To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher and as a Form Tutor, if applicable, including their wellbeing and character

  • To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential

  • To contribute to raising standards of student progress and attainment

  • To share and support the school to provide opportunities for all students

What the school offers its staff

Hylands School is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Religious Studies to join our small, values-driven community.

We are proud to be one of the most improved schools nationally, an achievement underpinned by our Hylands Habits: Be Responsible, Be Respectful, and Be Resilient. These values are embedded in our day-to-day life at school, leading to the calm and purposeful culture noted by Ofsted in July 2025, where they stated, 'It is now the norm for pupils to be 'responsible, respectful and resilient’.'

If you are an ambitious teacher, we offer an opportunity to develop your career where Staff are highly positive about working here. They are well supported with their wellbeing and workload.' (Ofsted, 2025). Applications from ECTs are welcome.

In return for your commitment, we offer:

  • A strong wellbeing package

  • Access to excellent CPD within the school and across the Trust

  • Clear career progression routes

Hylands School is looking to appoint an exceptional professional who will join a successful, enthusiastic and talented Humanities faculty.

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

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic; this includes applicants wishing to work flexibly.

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.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Hylands School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
640 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01245 266766

As a smaller school, we benefit from a strong sense of community, where every student is known and valued. This allows us to provide a personalised approach to learning and pastoral care, ensuring that each individual reaches their full potential.

At the heart of our school are our ‘Hylands Habits’ of Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient. These values underpin everything we do, from the classroom to the sports field. We are committed to developing our students’ knowledge, skills, and character, so that they leave us well-equipped to succeed in the future.

Our dedicated and highly skilled staff work tirelessly to deliver a challenging and engaging curriculum. Our focus is on ensuring that every student is inspired and motivated to learn. We believe that a strong academic foundation, combined with a focus on personal development, is the key to success.

Our large and experienced wellbeing team is committed to supporting the emotional and social needs of our students. We offer a range of services to ensure that every child feels safe, happy, and supported.

We have high expectations for all of our students and we are dedicated to helping them achieve their goals. Whether they aspire to attend a top university or pursue a vocational career, we are here to support them every step of the way.

Arranging a visit to Hylands School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@hylands-tkat.org.

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