RE Teacher

Job Introduction

Teacher of Religious Education 

May also be required to teach PDE

Full time

required Sept 2026

MPS/UPS (ECTs are welcome to apply)

Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is an outstanding Catholic school committed to ensuring all of our students excel spirituality and academically. Our most recent Section 48 inspection judgement was the college’s third consecutive “Outstanding” grade and can be read here https://www.blessededward.co.uk/home/catholic-life/section-48-reports/  

At Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College everything we do is “For the Greater Glory of God”.   Our vision is that all members of our community play their part in making the world a better place.  In order for society to flourish we must be people of good character as described by our college virtues. Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is a popular and well respected school which is always oversubscribed.  Parents recognise that we are an inclusive community where staff and students aim to live their lives in the image of Christ as far more than merely words on a page.

We are seeking to appoint a full time Religious Education Teacher to join our Religious Education Department and become an integral part of an experienced and highly effective group of specialist practitioners. Within the college community the Religious Education department is firmly at the centre in ensuring that, in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team and the Headteacher, the Catholic Life of our community is ever present, ever visible and ever developing. The department are committed to ensuring that every child enjoys and feels fulfilled by their Religious Education experience at the college. You may also be required to teach PDE.

In return our college can offer you a welcoming and inclusive environment with a culture of openness and transparency. We place great emphasis on the wellbeing of our staff and offer a number of benefits to support this. You will also benefit from support, mentoring and development tailored to you. Teachers flourish at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College and we offer ongoing career advancement for teachers at all levels.

Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is a very special place.  Our students are friendly, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. Staff are caring, supportive and dedicated to finding the true potential in each and every one of our students.  If you have a passion for Religious Education and share our commitment to ensuring every student achieves their best, please get in touch.

Please see our website for further details and an application form. Completed applications should be returned to Mrs Kay Taylor, Headteacher’s PA before the closing date: ktaylor@blessededward.co.uk .

Closing date: 10.00am on Tuesday 12 May 2026

Provisional interview date: Thursday 21 May 2026

Please see school website for details - https://www.blessededward.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/

Please note, we do not accept CVs. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Applications from all faiths and non-faiths will be equally considered.