Head of RE, EdEx – Education Recruitment

Guardian Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding school in Merton is on the lookout for a passionate Head of Religious Education to lead a vibrant department. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the RE curriculum, focusing on multiple faiths and ethics while benefiting from a reduced teaching timetable. As part of a high-performing secondary school, you will join a supportive team dedicated to student success and well-being. With excellent facilities and strong career progression opportunities, this position is perfect for a qualified teacher eager to make a difference in students' lives. Join a community that values education and inspires learners!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Qualified Religious Education Teacher with recent 'Good' or 'Outstanding' observations.
• Ability to teach a multi-faith, modern RE curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Religious Education department and manage the teaching workload.
• Collaborate with Humanities Teachers in delivering RE at KS3 level.

Skills

Religious Education

Teaching

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Head of Religious Education / Head of RE - Merton - September 2025

Are you an experienced Religious Education Teacher or Head of Religious Education searching for a welcoming, high-performing secondary school in September?

An Outstanding school in the Inner London Borough of Merton are searching for a Head of Religious Education / Head of RE to join their team. This medium-sized non-secular school offers a broad, modern RE curriculum that encompasses multiple faiths, philosophies and ethics.

The current Head of RE is an Assistant Principal moving into a Vice Principal role at the end of the year, however the department is in good shape and has popular uptake at KS5. You will be one of two RE Specialists in the department, as well as working alongside other Humanities Teachers who teach RE at KS3 level.

As the Head of Religious Education you will benefit from a reduced teaching timetable to manage the workload and will have the opportunity to complete an NPQSL or NPQLBC if you so wish.

JOB DESCRIPTION - HEAD OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION / HEAD OF RE

• Head of Religious Education / Head of RE
• Full time, permanent contract
• Commencing in September 2025
• Inner London Payscale
• Competitive Offers of either MPS/UPS + TLR or Leadership Scale

PERSON SPECIFICATION - HEAD OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION / HEAD OF RE

• Qualified Religious Education Teacher with UK QTS
• Clear spoken and written English is essential
• Recent 'Good' or 'Outstanding' observations
• Happy to teach a multi-faith, modern RE curriculum

SCHOOL INFORMATION - HEAD OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION / HEAD OF RE

• High-performing, mixed secondary school 11-18
• Top 2% for Progress 8 nationally
• Excellent student behaviour
• Strong pastoral team of teaching and non-teaching staff
• Modern campus with great facilities and large classrooms.
• Brilliant CPD and progression opportunities
• Based in Merton, SW London. Great connections via rail and bus, as well as free parking on site too!

If you're a qualified Religious Education Teacher interested in this Head of Religious Education / Head of RE vacancy for September, please apply today.

If shortlisted, you will be confidentiality contacted within 12hrs to discuss the school in greater details before progressing your application to a visit or interview.