Teacher
TEACHER OF RE VACANCY
Salary: M1 – UPS 3 (£32,916 - £51,048)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher: Mrs F Cessford
ST BEDE’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND BYRON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
At St Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College, we are proud to be a community where every young person is supported, challenged and inspired to become who God calls them to be and to set the world ablaze with their gifts, talents and purpose. Our school is a vibrant community that places faith, excellence and the flourishing of both students and staff at the heart of everything we do.
As a valued member of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, we benefit from belonging to a strong family of schools across East Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland. United by a shared mission Better Schools, Better Communities, Better Futures in Christ our Trust is committed to developing exceptional learning environments where every child can thrive spiritually, academically and personally.
We take staff wellbeing seriously. Our Workload and Wellbeing Charter reflects our commitment to ensuring colleagues feel valued, supported and able to flourish in their professional lives. We believe that when staff thrive, students thrive.
Safeguarding is fundamental to all we do. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is dedicated to promoting the welfare of children and young people and responds in line with local safeguarding procedures. All posts within the Trust require an enhanced DBS check.
We are seeking a passionate and inspiring Teacher of Religious Education who shares our belief that RE is at the heart of our identity as a Catholic school. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed classroom practitioner who wants to help young people grow in understanding, develop spiritually and morally, and explore the richness of the Catholic faith and other world religions.
As a Teacher of Religious Education, you will:
- Deliver high-quality, engaging RE lessons that deepen students’ knowledge, understanding and appreciation of faith.
- Contribute to a curriculum that encourages students to think critically, reflect spiritually, engage with big questions, and develop respect for the beliefs others.
- Support the Catholic life and mission of the school, modelling positive values and helping to nurture the spiritual growth of every young person.
- Work Collaboratively as part of an ambitious, supportive and dedicated department and wider school community.
- Contribute to wider school initiatives, enrichment opportunities and the liturgical life of St Bede’s
We offer you the chance to teach a rich and meaningful curriculum, work in a welcoming and faith driven community, and inspire students who show curiosity, compassion and a genuine enthusiasm for learning. All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to recruitment@st-bedes.org by 9:00am on Monday 16th February 2026. Applications are required and CV’s will not be accepted. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact the school on 0191 5786220.
Interviews to be confirmed.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.