Lead Teacher of RE (TLR2b, £6,266)
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1SU |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 923908ec-54e4-41f1-a13b-279eac230b05 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The ability to teach Religious Studies up to KS4 is essential and KS5 is desirable. The ability to teach History to KS3 is desirable.
The successful candidate will be a joining a team of highly experienced Humanities Teachers at both Barton Manor and Barton Court Grammar School.
The successful candidate should be able to deliver excellence in the classroom, providing innovative and inspirational teaching and learning. This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to work with colleagues to build a vibrant and outstanding department as the school grows offering RE qualifications at KS4. This post is suitable for an experienced professional looking to further their expertise.
What the school offers its staff
The School has excellent facilities. All rooms are equipped with state-of-the art electronic interactive whiteboards. There are excellent specialist facilities for sport, hospitality, engineering, dance, drama, music and art. We offer and value a broad curriculum aimed at promoting talent beyond traditional academic subjects. Our significant investment in professional development drives colleagues’ continuous improvement. This is a place where everyone improves regardless of their career stage.
Commitment to safeguarding
In line with KCSIE 2023 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview stage. Barton Manor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.
The ability to teach Religious Studies up to KS4 is essential and KS5 is desirable. The ability to teach History to KS3 is desirable.
The successful candidate will be a joining a team of highly experienced Humanities Teachers at both Barton Manor and Barton Court Grammar School.
The successful candidate should be able to deliver excellence in the classroom, providing innovative and inspirational teaching and learning. This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to work with colleagues to build a vibrant and outstanding department as the school grows offering RE qualifications at KS4. This post is suitable for an experienced professional looking to further their expertise.
What the school offers its staff
The School has excellent facilities. All rooms are equipped with state-of-the art electronic interactive whiteboards. There are excellent specialist facilities for sport, hospitality, engineering, dance, drama, music and art. We offer and value a broad curriculum aimed at promoting talent beyond traditional academic subjects. Our significant investment in professional development drives colleagues’ continuous improvement. This is a place where everyone improves regardless of their career stage.
Commitment to safeguarding
In line with KCSIE 2023 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview stage. Barton Manor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.