Role: Religious Studies Teacher

Location: Milton Keynes (Buckinghamshire)

Salary: £29,344-£44,919

Full time

Start: January 2025

Supply Desk is seeking an experienced and passionate Religious Studies Teacher to join a school in the Milton Keynes area. As a Religious Studies Teacher, you will have the opportunity to educate and inspire students about various religious traditions, beliefs, and practices. You will create an engaging learning environment, facilitate discussions, and promote critical thinking and understanding of different religious perspectives.

The school:

The Milton Keynes School has high expectations for its students. Its curriculum and facilities push students to be the best versions of themselves. Students are encouraged to be creative, competitive, and self-assured people who aspire to achieve their maximum potential. There is inclusivity throughout this great community school, where students from all backgrounds are welcomed and celebrated to create a family-like learning atmosphere. This makes children feel valued and important members of the community, which encourages them to come to school and learn.

The role:

• Develop and deliver comprehensive religious studies curriculum, incorporating diverse religious traditions and their historical, cultural, and ethical aspects.
• Teach students about the beliefs, rituals, scriptures, and teachings of different religions.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful classroom environment that encourages open dialogue and appreciation of diverse religious perspectives.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons, utilising a variety of teaching strategies and resources.
• Encourage critical thinking, analytical skills, and ethical reasoning in students' exploration of religious topics.
• Lead class discussions and facilitate respectful debates on religious and ethical issues.
• Provide guidance and support to students in their personal spiritual development and exploration of their own beliefs.

The Ideal Candidate: 

• QTS or relevant teaching experience is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of multiple religious traditions and their historical and cultural contexts.
• Strong understanding of religious ethics, philosophies, and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that respects diverse religious beliefs and perspectives.
• Passion for teaching and a commitment to students' intellectual and spiritual growth.

Benefits

• Pay to scale
• Safeguarding training
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated team on hand for support
• Designated consultant
• £100 for referring a friend referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who work 5+ shifts

In addition to top rates of pay, and a commitment to your professional development we can offer you a pension contribution scheme and a dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way.  Please visit our website (url removed).

To take full advantage of this opportunity please call Saleh on: (phone number removed) for more information.

Due to the overwhelming response to online advertising, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

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