RE Teacher - Second in Department

About the company

Prospero Teaching is recruiting an RE Teacher - Second in Charge for a secondary school in St Albans. The role combines classroom teaching with supporting the Head of Department to develop the Religious Education curriculum, teaching and pupil outcomes.

Your tasks

• Deliver well-planned RE lessons and model strong classroom practice.
• Support the Head of Department with curriculum planning and resources.
• Help coordinate assessment, moderation and strategies to improve progress.
• Use assessment information to identify pupils who need further support.
• Share effective teaching approaches and support departmental colleagues.
• Contribute to the organisation and day-to-day running of the department.

Requirements

Are you an experienced RE Teacher ready to take on more departmental responsibility, or an existing second in charge looking for your next position?

• Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong experience teaching RE or Religious Studies, including GCSE.
• Evidence of effective teaching and positive pupil progress.
• Experience contributing to curriculum development, mentoring or a departmental initiative.
• The organisation and communication skills to support colleagues and lead agreed responsibilities.
• Commitment to the school's ethos and values.

You do not need to hold a second-in-charge title already, but you should be able to demonstrate where you have taken responsibility beyond your own classroom.

How to apply

Apply for this RE Teacher - Second in Charge role in St Albans, paying £200-£270 per day. Send your CV and availability, highlighting relevant leadership responsibilities.

Other

RE Teacher - Second in Charge Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Pay: £200-£270 per day, depending on experience and agreed responsibilities Agency: Prospero Teaching

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and the relevant safeguarding and enhanced DBS checks.