Job Description

Religious Education Teacher - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Supply or Permanent
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

Are you a passionate Religious Education teacher who can inspire curiosity, respect, and understanding in the classroom?
Do you want to join a Northampton school where RE is valued as a core subject that shapes pupils' moral, cultural, and spiritual development?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently supporting several secondary schools in Northampton seeking to appoint enthusiastic and dedicated Religious Education Teachers to start as soon as possible or from January 2026. These full-time roles are available on a long-term supply or permanent basis, offering a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Teaching Religious Education across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 available in some schools)

  • Delivering thought-provoking lessons that explore faith, philosophy, ethics, and worldviews

  • Encouraging critical thinking, empathy, and respect for diversity

  • Supporting students of all abilities through engaging teaching and constructive feedback

  • Collaborating with the Humanities or RE department on curriculum planning and enrichment activities

What We're Looking For:

  • A qualified RE teacher with QTS/QTLS or equivalent

  • Strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching about religion, philosophy, and ethics

  • Excellent classroom management and the ability to create a positive learning environment

  • A reflective and inclusive practitioner who values every student's perspective

  • Applications welcome from both experienced teachers and ECTs - full induction support provided

What's On Offer:

  • A full-time RE teaching position in Northampton, starting ASAP or January 2026

  • Opportunities to work in schools that are inclusive, values-driven, and supportive of professional growth

  • Competitive salary or daily rate, reflective of your experience

  • Access to The National College, offering over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant who understands the Northampton education community

  • Potential for a permanent position, depending on your preferences and school requirements

If you're ready to bring Religious Education to life and help students understand the world through different beliefs and perspectives, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for full-time RE teaching roles starting ASAP or January 2026, or contact Tradewind Recruitment to discuss your next step in education.

Let us help you find a school where your passion for Religious Education can truly make an impact.