Head of PSHE & RE

Chantry Academy; Nacton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VivUp

Cycle to Work

Teacher pensions

Job summary

Chantry Academy in Ipswich is seeking an ambitious Head of PSHE & RE to drive a high-quality, inclusive curriculum and improve student outcomes. You will provide strategic leadership, shape the curriculum, and coach staff to raise teaching standards while prioritising wellbeing and achievement.

This role sits within the Active Learning Trust and offers professional development, pension benefits, and a supportive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for PSHE & RE, driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Lead the development, implementation and review of an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum and assessment framework.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of provision, using evidence to inform improvement planning and raise outcomes.
• Support, challenge and develop colleagues through coaching, feedback and professional development.
• Promote inclusion, personal development and student wellbeing, ensuring the curriculum meets the needs of all learners.

Job description

Location: Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS - UPS £34,069 - £52,835 (plus TLR2 £8,500)

We are looking for an ambitious and values-driven Head of PSHE & RE to lead a subject area that sits at the heart of students' personal development and future success. Based at Chantry Academy in Ipswich, a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with high expectations for all, this role offers the opportunity to shape curriculum vision, strengthen teaching practice and drive excellent outcomes across the department. Working closely with colleagues, students and the wider school community, the successful candidate will combine strong leadership with a commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and achievement, ensuring every student benefits from a rich, relevant and engaging educational experience.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for PSHE & RE, driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Lead the development, implementation and review of an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum and assessment framework.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of provision, using evidence to inform improvement planning and raise outcomes.
• Support, challenge and develop colleagues through coaching, feedback and professional development.
• Promote inclusion, personal development and student wellbeing, ensuring the curriculum meets the needs of all learners.

Why Join Our Trust?

• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and Teacher pensions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within the Active Learning Trust.

Contact

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Karis Lambert, HR Manager, at: [e-mail]

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months' probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.