Supply Religious Studies Teacher – Secondary School | March 2026 Start
Location: Cheltenham
Contract: Full‑time Supply (Monday-Friday)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
Are you an inspiring Religious Studies teacher looking for a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle? We are seeking committed and adaptable Supply RS Teachers to support secondary schools across Cheltenham. While there is regular demand for Religious Studies cover, we also welcome teachers from a range of subject backgrounds who can deliver confident, engaging lessons when needed. Supply teaching offers an ideal opportunity to enjoy a healthier work-life balance, gain experience across diverse school settings, and continue developing your teaching practice-without the additional pressures that come with a permanent role. Many supply placements also open the door to long‑term or permanent positions, giving you both freedom and opportunities for professional progression.
This Cheltenham school offers a supportive, inclusive, and aspirational learning environment where every student is encouraged to explore big questions, reflect on different worldviews, and develop respect for diverse beliefs and perspectives. Guided by strong core values, students are inspired to think critically, express themselves confidently, and engage thoughtfully with ethical, philosophical, and cultural issues. A well‑designed Religious Studies curriculum-delivered by passionate educators-helps learners build strong analytical skills, empathy, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Beyond the academic programme, students benefit from a wide range of enrichment clubs, discussion groups, and community‑focused opportunities that promote personal growth within a culture of respect, collaboration, and shared ambition.
Why This School?
- A warm, values‑driven community where students and staff feel supported
- A positive culture built on mutual respect, high expectations, and strong relationships
- Excellent pastoral care that prioritises wellbeing, confidence, and character development
- Leadership committed to staff development, ongoing training, and wellbeing
- A forward‑thinking school serving families across the Cheltenham area
About the Role
As a Supply Religious Studies Teacher, you will deliver engaging and well‑structured lessons across KS3 and KS4. You will bring secure subject knowledge, flexibility, and a calm, professional approach to each classroom you support. Your teaching will help students build confidence in understanding world religions, ethical debates, philosophical ideas, and contemporary issues. You will establish clear routines quickly, encourage thoughtful discussion, and inspire students to approach RS with curiosity and respect. Your contribution will support the school’s commitment to providing high‑quality teaching and a values‑led, ambitious curriculum.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver dynamic and well‑structured Religious Studies lessons that meet KS3 and KS4 curriculum requirements.
- Help students develop strong skills in analysis, evaluation, and critical thinking.
- Work in line with school expectations, using provided lesson plans and departmental schemes where required.
- Create and maintain a calm, organised, and purposeful learning environment.
- Foster open‑mindedness, respectful discussion, and thoughtful exploration of religious and ethical issues.
- Provide targeted support for students who may need additional help with confidence, comprehension, or behaviour.
- Play an active role in promoting the school’s inclusive, community‑driven culture.
- Encourage high standards in written work, verbal contributions, and independent study.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant experience teaching Religious Studies at secondary level.
- Confident classroom management and strong communication skills.
- Ability to inspire, challenge, and support learners across a range of abilities.
- A flexible, positive, and proactive approach to teaching.
- Genuine enthusiasm for Religious Studies and a desire to help young people understand diverse beliefs and ethical perspectives.
- Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and upholding the school’s core values.
- Previous secondary teaching experience is beneficial, though ECTs are encouraged to apply.
Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:
- Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
- Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
- Free Safeguarding training
- Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
- Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)
Important Information:
- All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
- Equal Opportunities – Monarch
- Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children daily, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
- This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
