Teacher of Religious Studies

Teacher of Religious Studies

September 2026 (July start for ECTs)

Are you a motivated teacher capable of adding to an ambitious school? Would you like to be part of a team of dedicated practitioners whose aim is to help students of all abilities develop the skills and qualities which will allow them to excel in the future?

Alderwood Senior School is a rapidly improving and high performing school, producing GCSE results above national average. Behaviour across the school is very good, with Ofsted describing it as ‘very settled and calm.’ This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or experienced teacher of RS to join our team at Alderwood Senior School from September 2026, or July for an ECT.

The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching Religious Studies, with detailed knowledge of current curriculum and pedagogical developments in their subject and the wider curriculum. A desire to raise overall achievement in Religious Studies through promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning is essential.

Why Alderwood?

Alderwood is a unique all-through 4–16 school operating across three sites, creating rich opportunities for cross‑phase collaboration and curriculum development. If you are a great teacher with a passion for 4–16 education and aspiration to shape a growing subject area, this is the school for you.

Application procedure:

Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and actively encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01252 343723 to arrange a visit. If you require further information about the role please contact Mike Scott, Head of School.

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