Grass Roots Academic Support is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Religious Education Teacher / Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join a successful secondary school in Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Religious Education Teacher or ECT to teach Religious Education across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, engaging and motivating students while helping them achieve their full potential. As a Religious Education Teacher, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * teaching engaging and ambitious Religious Education lessons across the age and ability range * develop students’ knowledge of religious and non-religious worldviews * encourage thoughtful discussion, critical thinking and respectful debate * help students explore significant philosophical, moral and ethical questions * assess students’ understanding accurately and use this to support their progress * work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver and further strengthen the curriculum * contribute positively to the wider life of the school * be supported through shared planning, professional development and, if relevant, a strong ECT programme The successful Religious Education Teacher will have: * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). * Experience teaching Religious Education within a secondary school setting. * Experience teaching Key Stage 3 and/or Key Stage 4. * A proven teaching record and/or high-quality references. * Strong classroom and behaviour management skills. * The ability to engage, motivate and inspire students. * A good understanding of the National Curriculum. * A current Enhanced DBS Disclosure, or willingness to complete a new DBS application where required. * The right to work in the UK. * A commitment to supporting students’ academic and personal development. This is an excellent opportunity for a Religious Education Teacher or Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join a successful school in Suffolk on a Maternity Cover contract. The role offers an MPR/UPR salary, 3 days per week (Mon – Wed). ECTs and experienced teachers are both encouraged to apply. If you’re an experienced Religious Education Teacher, Secondary Religious Education Teacher or ECT looking for your next opportunity in Suffolk, we’d like to hear from you. If you hold QTS and have experience teaching Religious Education across Key Stage 3 or Key Stage 4, please submit your CV with a brief covering note or contact Rob for further information. Please note: In accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ all candidates must have a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure to work in a school or nursery. If a valid subscription to the DBS Update Service is not held, we will require you to complete a new DBS application. Suitable candidates must hold right to work in the UK