The Role

We are looking for a highly capable and committed Second in Charge of Religious Education to support the Head of Department in leading and developing our R.E. provision.

You will teach across the key stages, contribute to curriculum planning and assessment, and work with the department to maintain high standards of student achievement and engagement. We are looking for strong subject knowledge, leadership potential, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Information

• Students follow the Edexcel Religious Education syllabus at GCSE and OCR at A Level.
• All classes are taught in mixed ability groups from Year 7 upwards.
• The Religious Education Department achieves outstanding results at all key stages.
• There is an opportunity to teach KS5 if the successful applicant has experience.

About Trinity Catholic High School

Trinity Catholic High School is a mixed, voluntary aided Catholic school in the Diocese of Brentwood, proudly serving the community for more than fifty years.

Situated in the heart of Woodford, Trinity provides a welcoming, calm and purposeful environment where students are nurtured, inspired and encouraged to flourish. Rooted in Gospel values and guided by the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, we are committed to forming compassionate, confident and socially responsible young people.

Our students benefit from a strong tradition of academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and a wide range of enrichment opportunities that enable every individual to grow in character, develop their talents and make a meaningful contribution to society.

We are seeking a professional who is:

• An enthusiastic RE specialist with the ability to teach all key Key Stages.
• Passionate about RE education and has excellent subject knowledge.
• Ambitious and committed to the very highest standards of student learning.
• Keen to challenge and enthuse our diverse student population.
• An excellent classroom practitioner with a drive for self-improvement and development.

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An opportunity to work with an experienced Headteacher and forward-thinking and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• A pleasant environment conducive to high quality teaching and learning with friendly and motivated staff across the school
• A caring and affirming culture and ethos with a staff social committee who regularly organise events to enhance this
• Opportunities for professional development and progression including support for NPQs
• Well-resourced and well-managed departments with a collaborative attitude to classroom management and commitment to raising standards and securing achievement for all students
• Well behaved students that are keen to achieve and are respectful of their teachers
• 24-hour GP helpline
• Support for staff wellbeing through access to SAS wellbeing services, including:
  • Health screening service
  • Medical support services
  • Physiotherapy
  • Counselling
• Fair allowances for staff requiring leave of absence beyond that relating to illness
• Non-contact time which is above the national minimum requirement of 10% of timetable
• Cycle to Work schemes

Your Application

Application can be made via MyNewTerm or the completed form should be submitted via email to recruitment@tchs.org.uk

To download our application form please click here.

Please note the closing date for applications is 17th April 2026. Early applications are welcome.

Safeguarding and Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. Candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening. This will include obtaining a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS).

Further details can be found on our website:
https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/safeguarding/

All applicants will be subject to social media checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024.

Applicants must provide 2–3 referees, including one with access to their employment records. Consent must be obtained from referees. Please refer to the Notes for Applicants guidelines for full details.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a volume of suitable applicants. Please note that only candidates selected for shortlisting will be contacted due to the high volume of applications.