Trainee Religious Education Teacher

You will be based in a supportive and high-achieving secondary school for girls in Surrey, Greater London, working within a successful Humanities department to support the teaching of Religious Studies across Key Stages 3 and 4. As a Phase One Trainee Teacher, you will work alongside experienced educators while gradually building your confidence in lesson delivery, classroom management, and student engagement.

This graduate teaching role is part of the Grad2Teach salaried teacher training programme, enabling you to earn while you train while developing the skills needed for a long-term teaching career.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the teaching of Religious Studies, philosophy, and ethics
• Assisting with lesson planning, preparation, and classroom activities
• Encouraging thoughtful discussion and critical thinking among students
• Supporting students of varying abilities in their academic progress
• Gradually taking on responsibility for planning and delivering lessons

This salaried teacher training opportunity in Greater London is ideal for aspiring teachers seeking a structured pathway into education.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and reflective aspiring Religious Studies teacher who is ready to begin their journey into teaching.

You may be:

• A graduate trainee with a degree in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, History, or a related subject
• A future teacher with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A trainee educator passionate about discussion, ethics, and student development
• Someone with experience working with young people or in educational settings (desirable)
• A reliable and proactive individual seeking a salaried route into teaching

This role is ideal for candidates looking to train as a Religious Studies teacher in Surrey.

Training & Progression

Grad2Teach provides a clear and supportive route into teaching:

• Phase One:
  • Complete a Level 4 qualification in education and training
  • Gain practical classroom experience in a secondary school in  Greater London
  • Receive mentoring aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teaching Standards
• Phase Two:
  • Progress to more independent teaching responsibilities
  • Work towards a PGCE with Coventry University
  • Move towards achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

This structured teacher training programme allows you to build confidence, gain qualifications, and earn while you train.