Head of Religious Education & Catholic Life

Catholic Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Recruitment is assisting a faith secondary school in Warrington to recruit a Head of Religious Education. This is a full-time, permanent role (MPS/UPS+TLR 1B) starting January 2027. You will lead the RE department, shape curriculum across KS3-4 and work with SLT to promote the Catholic ethos of the school.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years teaching RE, a strong GCSE track record, and be a practising Roman Catholic committed to professional development and school leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching RE to KS3/4 for at least 3 years.
• Strong understanding of GCSE specification.
• Understanding of the Religious Education Directory and its application at KS3.
• Commitment to Catholic Life and school leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead RE department and develop a coherent KS3-4 curriculum.
• Drive student attainment and professional development of staff.
• Collaborate with SLT to promote the Catholic ethos of the school.

Skills

Religious Education

Curriculum leadership

Team leadership

GCSE knowledge

Practising Roman Catholic

Job description

Catholic Recruitment is assisting a faith secondary school in Warrington to recruit a Head of Religious Education. This is a full-time, permanent role (MPS/UPS+TLR 1B) starting January 2027. You will lead the RE department, shape curriculum across KS3-4 and work with SLT to promote the Catholic ethos of the school.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years teaching RE, a strong GCSE track record, and be a practising Roman Catholic committed to professional development and school leadership.