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Teacher of Religion & Philosophy
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 160 - 180 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Hove
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Teacher of Religion & Philosophy with Chaplaincy Responsibilities
Chichester, West Sussex | Full-Time | Long Term
MPS/UPS | Plus Chaplaincy Allowance
Start: September 2025
Calling all passionate educators with a heart for faith and philosophy!
Are you a thoughtful and inspiring teacher with a strong grounding in Christian values? Do you thrive on engaging students in meaningful conversations about life’s biggest questions? If so, this is your calling!
We're recruiting on behalf of a high-achieving and values-driven secondary school located in the beautiful coastal town of Chichester. This school is proud of its inclusive Christian ethos and is seeking a dynamic Teacher of Religion & Philosophy to join their thriving Humanities faculty — with a unique twist: you'll also take on exciting Chaplaincy responsibilities to support the spiritual life of the school.
About the School:
This is not your average school. It’s a vibrant community committed to nurturing academic excellence and spiritual growth. Students flourish in a culture rooted in Christian values, critical thinking, compassion, and curiosity.
The Role:
You'll teach Religion & Philosophy across Key Stages 3–5 (KS5 experience desirable), delivering inspiring, thought-provoking lessons that ignite student interest and encourage respectful dialogue and deep reflection.
Alongside your teaching, you'll serve as a part-time School Chaplain (1 day per week) — helping lead collective worship, mentor staff and students in spiritual matters, and foster a reflective and prayerful school culture.
Responsibilities include:
Teaching:
Deliver engaging RP lessons across all key stages
Support students of all abilities, using assessment data to drive rapid progress
Contribute to pastoral care and wider school life
Chaplaincy:
Plan and resource weekly tutor worship aligned with Christian themes
Train and support staff in delivering worship content
Support seasonal services (Carol, Easter, Whole-School Communion, Leavers’ Worship, etc.)
Facilitate student prayer life, maintain the Prayer Room, and engage with local churches
About You:
You’re an inspirational teacher and reflective practitioner with:
Strong subject knowledge in Religion & Philosophy
Experience teaching at KS4 (KS5 a bonus!)
A personal commitment to Christian values and ethos
The creativity to develop worship that is meaningful and inclusive
A genuine passion for guiding young people both intellectually and spiritually
Qualifications:
A degree in a relevant subject
QTS (or working towards it)
Ongoing professional development and reflective practice
DBS certificate on the update service or willing to obtain
Why Apply?
Shape the hearts and minds of future generations
Be part of a caring and collaborative school community
Develop your leadership skills in both teaching and spiritual formation
Enjoy a scenic and historic location with a strong sense of purpose
If you're ready to combine your teaching expertise with your faith journey, we want to hear from you! Apply now or contact our team today for an informal chat.
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