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University Collegiate School · Bolton · Bolton

Job description

Are you the kind of person who can spark a philosophical debate before morning break… and still remember to set homework?
Do you believe Plato, pizza, and prayer can all happily coexist in one lesson?
Can you pronounce eschatology before your first coffee?

If so… we might just be your people.

✨ The Role (a.k.a. Your Next Adventure)

We’re on the lookout for an inspiring, slightly eccentric (in the best way) Religious Education teacher to join our vibrant team at University Collegiate School in Bolton.

You’ll teach curious young minds about:

  • Big ideas (Is there a purpose to life? Why does pineapple on pizza divide humanity?)

  • World religions and belief systems

  • Ethics, morality, and how to disagree kindly

  • The art of asking really good questions

Bonus points if you can make Year 9 gasp in amazement at a parable.

🧠 What We’re Looking For

You might be our ideal candidate if you…

✅ Love debate, discussion and the occasional dramatic pause
✅ Can turn “Sir/Miss, why are we learning this?” into a brilliant conversation
✅ Know your way around major world religions (and maybe a few lesser-known ones for spice)
✅ Have a sense of humour stronger than a Year 8 dodgeball throw
✅ Can build relationships faster than students can spot a free lesson

Teaching experience is essential—passion is non-negotiable.

🎒 What You’ll Get in Return

At UCS Bolton, we offer more than just a job:

  • An additional day of leave - a wellness day to focus on your wellbeing

  • Cycle to work scheme and family friendly policies

  • A supportive, forward-thinking school community

  • Students who will surprise, challenge, and occasionally confuse you (in a good way)

  • Opportunities to innovate and bring your weird and wonderful ideas to life

  • Tea. Lots of tea. Possibly biscuits.

🚀 A Typical Day Might Include:

  • Leading a lively debate about free will

  • Explaining karma using a football analogy

  • Comforting a student having an existential crisis before lunch

  • Celebrating a moment when everything just clicks

💬 Important Question

Can you answer “What is truth?” without causing a staff meeting debate that lasts 45 minutes?

Perfect. You’ll fit right in.

📩 Apply Now

Bring your curiosity, your creativity, and your ability to say “That’s a great question” at least 15 times a day.

University Collegiate School, Bolton is ready for you.
Are you ready for us?

School tours are being held on Wednesday 17th June at 9.20am and 4pm.

✨ Come teach the subject that doesn’t just ask for answers… it asks better questions.

Benefits

MPS to UPS3

Apply now

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About this school

University Collegiate School

University technical college · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Not rated
Pupils
604
Avg teacher salary
£45,487
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.8:1
Academy trust
QUEST (A CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOLS TRUST)

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Bolton, Bolton, BL3 5AG

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Salary
MPS to UPS3
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
10 June 2026
Closing date
24 June 2026

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