Curriculum Leader of Religious Education - Maternity Cover

COPTHALL SCHOOL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing girls' school in London is seeking a Curriculum Leader for Religious Studies to lead the department, develop the curriculum, and inspire students. The candidate should have a strong understanding of Religious Studies and a passion for teaching. The role offers excellent facilities, a commitment to professional development, and a well-being package for staff.

Benefits

Excellent facilities and resources

Professional development program

Well-being package

Well-being day for staff

Qualifications

• Ability to enthuse students with love for Religious Studies.
• Resolve to make a real difference to students' lives.
• Strong understanding of statutory expectations for Religious Studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the department and develop the curriculum.
• Inspire students to achieve outstanding progress.
• Work to maintain and develop high standards for learners.

Skills

Commitment to School Values

Excellent teaching practices

Ability to build positive relationships

Passion for maintaining high standards

Commitment to promoting extra-curricular activities

Job description

Curriculum Leader – Religious Studies – Maternity Cover MPR/UPR & TLR2B (Outer London). Start date: April 2026. Closing date: Monday 24th November 2025, 12pm.

Copthall School is a high‑performing, culturally diverse girls' school dedicated to providing an excellent education that opens up a wide range of opportunities post‑18. We recognise the role of education in addressing social inequalities, and our Religious Studies curriculum is taught as a core subject across Key Stages 3 and 4 and offers GCSE and A level pathways in Key Stages 4 and 5. The successful candidate will lead the department, develop the curriculum, and inspire students to achieve outstanding progress. They should have a clear understanding of the statutory expectations for Religious Studies, a passion for the subject, and a willingness to build partnerships within the local community. Academic excellence, inclusivity and strong pastoral care underpin everything we do – we offer a safe, nurturing environment for both students and staff and work in partnership with external organisations to broaden experiences and build confidence.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• A commitment to our School Values
• The ability to enthuse students with a love of Religious Studies
• Excellent teaching practices
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and families
• A commitment to, and passion for, maintaining and developing high standards of achievement for learners of all abilities across all Key Stages
• Belief in high expectations and no excuses, with the conviction that every student can succeed
• The resolve to make a real difference to the lives of students
• A commitment to promoting extra‑curricular trips and activities

We Offer:

• An ethos of high expectations for students and staff
• Excellent facilities and resources
• A strong commitment to the professional development of all staff through our CPL Wednesday programme
• A well‑being package which includes a well‑being day for every member of staff

Copthall School invites applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We do not accept CVs; application forms are available from https://www.copthallschool.org.uk/219/staff-recruitment or by calling 020 8959 1937. Completed forms should be returned directly to Copthall School or sent to [e-mail]. Appointment is subject to a clear enhanced DBS check.

Copthall School is committed to equality, challenging discrimination, fostering community cohesion and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

Closing date: Monday 24th November 2025, 12pm. Early application is recommended as the interview process may commence before the closing date.