Job Description

RE Teacher - North Tyneside

Tradewind is thrilled to be working with secondary schools in the North Tyneside area who are looking to recruit a Religious Education (RE) Teacher.

We are searching for a passionate and dedicated RE Teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), with potential opportunities at Key Stage 5 (KS5).

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing and delivering a rich and balanced RE curriculum that adheres to local and national guidelines.

  • Facilitating challenging and meaningful classroom discussions on complex religious, philosophical, and ethical topics.

  • Assessing student work and providing constructive feedback to drive progress and attainment.

  • Managing a supportive and inclusive classroom where all students feel confident to share their views.

  • Contributing positively to the Humanities faculty and wider school community in North Tyneside.

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

  • A relevant degree in Religious Education, Theology, Philosophy, or a related Humanities subject.

  • Proven experience teaching Religious Education at the secondary level (KS3 and KS4) (KS5 desirable)

  • A commitment to promoting student's Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) development.

  • Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for the field.

  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills.

Why Tradewind?

Partnering with Tradewind gives you access to a host of unparalleled benefits:

  • Local roles available: Positions available on your doorstep across the whole of North Tyneside, perfect for those who rely on public transport.

  • Flexible work: Choose when and where you work - perfect for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

  • Permanent opportunities: We can help you secure a permanent teaching role with schools across the North East.

  • Long-term roles immediately available: Paying to scale from day one without the need to wait 12 weeks for AWR.

  • Sign-on Bonus: £300 straight into your account to switch your education agency to Tradewind!

  • Referral Bonus: £100 for every teacher or teaching assistant you refer to us.

  • Pension: Enrolled into a pension scheme.

  • Free Education and Training via the National College: Monthly CPD, education and training, safeguarding courses to keep your skills sharp and up to date.

  • Free Enhanced DBS registered on the update service: We will reimburse the cost of your DBS when applied for through Tradewind Recruitment.

  • Guaranteed Pay Scheme: Secure your income for the 2025/26 academic year.

  • Exclusive opportunities: Positions that are only available exclusively through Tradewind Recruitment.

  • Weekly pay: No waiting around - paid every week.

  • Simply Teaching: Positions available with no planning, marking or assessing!