Religious Education Teacher | Blackburn
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Job Summary
The Opportunity
Are you a philosopher a theologian and a social commentator rolled into one Do you have the ability to facilitate respectful deep-seated dialogue on the most profound questions of human existence
We are seeking an intellectually rigorous and empathetic Religious Education (RE) Teacher to join a collaborative Humanities department in Blackburn. In a town characterised by its diverse multi-faith community and rich industrial history this school provides a vibrant backdrop for a specialist who can navigate the complexities of belief ethics and philosophy in the 21st century. We are looking for an educator who can foster a classroom culture of religious literacy preparing students to engage thoughtfully with a globalised world.
Core Responsibilities
Pedagogical Excellence: Planning and delivering high-quality objective and enquiry-based lessons across KS3 & KS4 with potential opportunities to teach A-Level Philosophy and Ethics.
Theological Enquiry: Guiding students through the core tenets practices and diverse expressions of the worlds major religions including Christianity Islam Judaism Hinduism Sikhism and Buddhism.
Ethical Debate: Leading sophisticated discussions on contemporary moral issues from medical ethics and animal rights to social justice and the relationship between religion and science.
Curriculum Innovation: Developing resources that reflect the unique local context of Blackburn while maintaining a broad balanced and inclusive global perspective.
Exam Mastery: Guiding GCSE cohorts through the AQA or Edexcel (Specification B) requirements focusing on high-level evaluation scriptural analysis and the command of technical vocabulary.
SMSC Leadership: Playing a pivotal role in the schools Spiritual Moral Social and Cultural (SMSC) development coordinating Interfaith Week events and managing visits to local places of worship.
Why This School
Blackburns Multi-Faith Landscape: Work in a town where RE is a high-profile subject offering immediate access to a wealth of community leaders and diverse cultural resources.
Collaborative Humanities Faculty: Join a team that values interdisciplinary learning working closely with History and Geography colleagues to provide a holistic understanding of the human experience.
Dialogue-Driven Environment: Benefit from a school culture that prioritises oracy and respectful debate providing the perfect platform for exploring sensitive and complex topics.
Professional Growth: Access to specialist CPD through the NATRE (National Association of Teachers of RE) external examiner training and pathways toward Head of RE or Pastoral Leadership roles.
Candidate Profile
Qualification: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a strong honours degree in Theology Religious Studies Philosophy or a closely related discipline.
Subject Knowledge: A deep understanding of world religions and the ability to teach complex philosophical concepts (e.g. Utilitarianism Virtue Ethics) to students of all abilities.
Pedagogy: A proven track record of facilitating strong student progress and a commitment to creating an inclusive safe space for all viewpoints.
Character: A resilient open-minded and articulate educator who can build strong relationships across the community and inspire a genuine interest in the big questions.
How to Apply
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