Section 58 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998 requires the appointment in
Voluntary Controlled (VC) schools of teachers who are able to provide Religious Education in accordance with the requirements of the Trust Deed of the school or in accordance with the tenets of the relevant religion or denomination. These teachers are known as Reserved Teachers.

Please find below a visual overview and a guidance paper that provides details about denominational Religious Education, the requirement to have Reserved Teachers and the appointment of Reserved Teachers in Church of England/Methodist Voluntary Controlled schools and academies.