Job Introduction
Bishop Challoner is a very popular, oversubscribed and successful school serving the community of Basingstoke and the surrounding area. We seek to serve families who wish to educate their children in a faith school.
We have the very rare opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher of Religious Studies to join our outstanding school. This is a permanent full-time role.
The Religious Studies Department prides itself on delivering a high quality and diverse curriculum. They are an innovative, enthusiastic and collaborative team with a vision which goes beyond great GCSE results.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate and evidence:
- A dedication for sharing Religious Studies, which ignites a students’ engagement and enjoyment of the subject so they can achieve their very best.
- A desire to work collaboratively with the wider school community.
- Excellent subject knowledge and outstanding teaching across KS3 & KS4.
- A shared vision to nurture curious, reflective young adults who leave school equipped to embrace the world and reach their full potential.
In return, we can offer:
- The opportunity to be part of a team that delivers enthusiastic and innovative lessons where students are at the centre of everything we do.
- The opportunity to be part of a wider school community who are from all walks of life, religion or no religion; who are all friendly, collaborative, and supportive
- A fully supported professional development and career progression plan.
- The chance to work at an amazing school with welcoming, dedicated and hard- working staff, who embrace team spirit.
This post would be suitable for an Early Career Teacher.
Bishop Challoner is a fantastic place to work, don’t take our word for it, read about what our team have to say:
http://www.bcs.hants.sch.uk/index.php/what-its-really-like-to-work-here/
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: 6 March 2026
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.
Application Procedure
Please note that we do not accept applications on Hampshire County Council forms as we are a Catholic school. All applications must be submitted on forms from the Catholic Education Service that are available on https://www.bcs.hants.sch.uk/vacanciesnav/ or by request from school. This application form is very straightforward to complete.
If you require any further information or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Beverley O’Shea via e-mail recruitment@bcs.hants.sch.uk
