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Are you driven by a desire to help students explore big questions about life, belief, and ethics? We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive school community. Penistone Grammar School has a vacancy for a full-time, permanent Teacher of Religious Studies and PHSCE who has the enthusiasm and drive to join our incredible team. Contract: Full-time, permanentSalary Range: MPS/UPS (ECTs are welcome to apply)Start Date: January 2026 About the role: We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Religious Studies practitioner to teach students of all abilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for Religious Studies, with the ability to inspire curiosity, respectful discussion, and a love of learning in every student. In addition to RS, the successful candidate will also contribute to the delivery of statutory PSHCE lessons as part of our whole-school personal development curriculum. A level experience is advantageous but not necessary. You will be joining a fully resourced, supportive department made up of subject specialists who are committed to collaborative planning, professional growth, and delivering an inclusive curriculum that reflects the diverse world our students live in. About our school: Our school culture is built around our 5 Core Values: Aim High, Be Kind, Be Determined, Be Proud and Be Supportive.We are also extremely proud of our Values Driven approach. We are a vibrant, oversubscribed 11 to 18 comprehensive school with excellent GCSE results across all subjects and are recognised as one of the highest performing schools in the region in terms of Key Stage 4 outcomes. Our Alevel results and destinations are equally impressive, with the school placed in the to