Religious Studies Teacher at Watling Academy

Milton Keynes Source: WhatJobs

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About this Role

TEACHER OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Salary - MPS1 (£34,069) to UPS3 (£52,835)

Temporary TLR available for the right candidate for Head of RE (TLR2 £8100)

Commencing - January 2027

Permanent

Are youpassionate about religious studies and eager to inspire young minds? Do youexcel in designing engaging lessons that promote critical thinking andreasoning?

TheRole

WatlingAcademy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Religious Studies Teacher toinspire our students to explore the rich tapestry of religious beliefs andpractices, including Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism and more.

Join usas a Religious Studies Teacher and you'll ignite curiosity and criticalthinking, fostering an environment where questioning, evaluating and reasoningare not only encouraged but are fundamental to our educational ethos.

Yourinfluence will extend into the realm of empathy and self-reflection. Byexploring diverse religious traditions, students will develop a deeperunderstanding of cultural diversity and learn to empathise with individualsfrom varying backgrounds. Your guidance will facilitate meaningful reflectionon personal beliefs and actions, encouraging students to consider theirinfluence on others and the world around them.

AboutWatling Academy

WatlingAcademy is an Ofsted 'Outstanding' secondary school situated on the westernedge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments.Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning communityfor students aged 11-18. We are excited to have opened the Watling AcademySixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students in September 2025, whichwill provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect,Responsibility and Kindness embody the 'Watling Way' and are integral tothe way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.

For more information about our school, please exploreour website:

Learn more about why youshould join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack

About TheAlliance Schools Trust

The AllianceSchools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity .We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staffmember ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported,creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistentlyoutperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student canthrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education oremployment. For staff, we offer extensiveopportunities for professional development and progression within our growingnetwork of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united,forward-thinking Trust.

We arerecognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trustand in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highlyqualified staff who thrive in aculture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central toeverything we do.