Teacher of Religious Studies

University Academy Long Sutton, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 9LF

4 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st January 2026

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Religious education
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

Teacher of Religious Studies job summary

Thank you for your interest in our recent advertisement for the above position at University of Lincoln Academy Trust, University Academy Long Sutton.

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and ambitious Teacher of Religious Studies who is able to inspire pupils, be innovative in their approach to teaching and achieve outstanding outcomes. The successful candidate will be passionate about their subject and committed to providing engaging and challenging learning experiences for all pupils.

We are particularly keen to welcome ambitious individuals who are looking to develop their career further and take the next step towards leadership. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for your next challenge or an aspiring leader seeking opportunities to develop your leadership skills, we are committed to supporting professional growth and providing opportunities for colleagues to develop their skills, experience and leadership capacity.

The ability to teach another Humanities subject would be desirable, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute more widely across the Humanities curriculum.

For successful candidates who are travelling from further afield, we are pleased to offer support with travel arrangements to help make this opportunity accessible to a wider range of applicants.

The Humanities Department is well resourced and benefits from a supportive and collaborative team environment. Staff are provided with laptops to support high-quality teaching and learning, and there are excellent opportunities to contribute to the wider development of the Humanities curriculum and the wider life of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic teacher to join our school, make a real difference to the lives of our pupils and develop their career within a supportive environment with genuine opportunities for progression into leadership.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

Applicants please note this post is subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is Barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants may be subject to an online presence check.

This post is subject to the following checks:

 Enhanced DBS Disclosure

 Barred List Check

 Childcare Disqualification Check

 Prohibition Check

 Section 128 Check (where applicable)

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

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.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About University Academy Long Sutton

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 708 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: University Academy Long Sutton website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/university-academy-long-sutton

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