Religious Education (RE) Teacher

Barnet, January 2027

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a high-achieving secondary school in Barnet to recruit a passionate and dedicated RE Teacher for a full-time position starting in January 2027.

Are you an enthusiastic RE Teacher with a passion for inspiring young people and delivering engaging, thought-provoking lessons? Do you have strong subject knowledge and a proven ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment? If so, Tradewind Recruitment would love to hear from you!

The school is keen to arrange interviews as soon as possible, so suitable applicants are encouraged to submit their CV without delay.

A bit about the school;

This well-regarded secondary school in Barnet has an excellent reputation for behaviour, strong senior leadership and high expectations of both staff and students.

With a supportive working environment and a clear commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, this is an excellent opportunity for an RE Teacher looking to join a school where they can make a real difference.

The school holds an Ofsted rating of 'Good' and is looking for a committed practitioner who can contribute positively to the department and wider school community.

Location;

The school is based in Barnet, North London, with good transport links and accessibility from surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers living in Barnet and the wider North London area.

A bit about the position;

The position is a full-time RE Teacher role starting in January 2027. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering and assessing engaging Religious Education lessons, ensuring students develop a strong understanding of religious beliefs, practices, ethics and philosophical ideas.

Applications are warmly welcomed from both experienced, fully qualified teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers, including PGCE students approaching qualification.

This is a temporary position offering a competitive salary, with the opportunity to work within a supportive school environment that values excellent teaching and positive student outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning, delivering and assessing high-quality RE lessons.

• Teaching Religious Education across the relevant secondary key stages.

• Developing engaging and challenging lessons that cater for students of different abilities.

• Creating a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.

• Encouraging students to develop critical thinking, debate and an understanding of different religious and philosophical perspectives.

• Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback.

• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure a consistent and cohesive approach to teaching and learning.

The ideal candidate will have:

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, or be working towards qualification through a PGCE programme.

• Experience teaching RE at secondary level, with the ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 5.

• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Religious Education.

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.

• A positive, proactive and collaborative approach to teaching and learning.

• A commitment to raising achievement and maintaining high standards.

To join Tradewind Recruitment and be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Hold QTS or be working towards an appropriate teaching qualification.

• Have the legal right to work in the UK.

• Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks.

• Ensure your CV covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible, with any employment breaks explained.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RE Teacher looking for a new challenge from January 2027 in a school with excellent behaviour, supportive senior leadership and a strong commitment to student achievement.

Apply today!

If you are interested in this full-time RE Teacher opportunity in Barnet, submit your CV to Tradewind Recruitment today. We are keen to speak with suitable candidates and arrange interviews as soon as possible.