Religious Education Teacher

Religious Education Teacher – Wimbledon, SW19

Ethos Education is seeking a Religious Education Teacher for a full-time, permanent role at a high-performing secondary school in Wimbledon, South West London, starting September 2026.

The position is paid on the Inner London MPS/UPS scale, £40,317 to £62,496 per annum depending on experience, and is open to both ECTs and experienced RE teachers.

About the role

You will teach Religious Education across Key Stages 3 and 4, covering world religions, philosophy and ethics, within a well-established and well-resourced department. GCSE results are consistently above national averages, and there may be Key Stage 5 opportunities for suitably experienced candidates.

About the school

This is a calm and well-ordered school with exemplary pupil behaviour and extremely positive relationships between staff and pupils. Expectations are high, pupils are motivated and engaged, and RE holds a strong place in the curriculum. Staff benefit from a well-regarded professional development programme, including an established teacher training partnership with a local university, and the school is easily reached from across South West London by mainline rail, Underground and tram.

What you will need

• QTS, or QTS pending for ECTs, with a specialism in Religious Studies, Philosophy, Theology or a related subject
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to teach RE as a rigorous academic discipline
• A commitment to inclusive classroom practice and high expectations for all pupils
• Right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Apply now

The school is shortlisting now and intends to appoint early, so apply today with your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch. All enquiries are handled in confidence.

Ethos Education is an education recruitment specialist committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All placements are subject to enhanced DBS checks and full referencing.