Teacher of Secondary RE and Optional Prayer and Liturgy Lead

We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated teacher of Religious Education who is passionate about raising attainment and aspirations. The successful candidate will have experience of teaching Religious Education at Key Stage 3 and GCSE level.

The postholder will also have the optional responsibility of Prayer and Liturgy Coordinator (PLC) to foster, lead, and coordinate the prayer and liturgical life of the school, ensuring it is fully consistent with the mission of the Catholic Church and the requirements set out in To Love You More Dearly - The Prayer and Liturgy Directory (CES, 2023). The PLC will work with the Headteacher and Primary RE Subject Leader, parish clergy, and staff to embed prayer and liturgy at the heart of the school's life and nurture pupils' personal relationship with Christ, supporting their growth as active participants in the Church's worship.

Teacher of Religious Education - Secondary

Optional opportunity as Prayer and Liturgy Coordinator (PLC)

Duration / Hours

Permanent post with effect from September 2026

Pay

Staffordshire Teachers' Pay Scale based on experience and TLR for SLT responsibilities

Eligible to Apply

All teachers with suitable skills and experience

Selection Process

Method: Please complete the application form.

Deadline

19th May 2026

Core Purpose

As Prayer, Liturgy and Religious Education Lead, you will help shape the spiritual and academic life of our independent Catholic school. Your role is to nurture a community where prayer, worship, and high quality religious education sit at the heart of daily life. You will guide pupils and staff in deepening their relationship with Christ, ensure our prayer and liturgical life is vibrant and authentic, and lead a strong RE curriculum that reflects the Religious Education Directory To Know You More Clearly and the Prayer and Liturgy Directory To Love You More Dearly. Working closely with the Headteacher, clergy, staff, and families, you will help ensure our Catholic identity is lived joyfully and confidently throughout the school.