Teacher of Religious Studies - and Criminology

Job Introduction

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher with strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for inspiring young people. The successful candidate will join our dynamic and highly successful Religious Studies department, which, from September, will benefit from increased curriculum time. The department is well known for its popularity and consistently excellent outcomes, with a significant number of students choosing to continue Religious Studies at both GCSE and A level.

Students benefit from a rich and engaging curriculum, enhanced by a wide range of trips and visits, including local places of worship, as well as opportunities to visit London and travel abroad.

The post also includes teaching a small allocation of BTEC Criminology. Previous experience in this subject is not required, as full training will be provided.

Yateley School has a strong ethos of wellbeing for staff and students and is completely committed to securing the best academic and personal development outcomes for our young people as well as providing excellent professional development for staff. 

We are a large and highly accomplished centre of excellence, firmly rooted in its local community. Examination results are exemplary and compare favourably with other schools, both locally and nationally at GCSE and A Level. We are a cohesive and ambitious school, excited about the future of education and determined to develop. If you are a committed, resilient and creative person, capable of making a positive contribution to our school and inspire both students and staff, then this could be the post for you. The successful candidate will share the ambitions, ethos and values of Yateley School. 

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should complete the attached application form together with the personal statement within the form and address the job description and person specification in their application. CVs are not accepted. If you have any questions, please contact hr@yateley.hants.sch.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 13th May 2026, 12 noon. Early applications are welcomed, closing could be earlier should a successful candidate be appointed. Interviews to be held w/c 18th May.

Yateley School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.