Head of Religious Studies

Girls' Schools Association; Gerrards Cross; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s School is seeking a dynamic graduate to lead the Religious Studies department. The successful candidate must teach RS up to A Level and support non-specialist staff who teach KS3, bringing stamina, humour and strong organisational skills.

ICT is used across the curriculum, and staff participate in Open events and school traditions. GCSE/AS/A-Level curriculum is supported; trips to places of worship and multi-faith activities are part of the department, with involvement in the Spiritual

Qualifications

• Must be able to teach RS up to A Level.
• Support non-specialist staff who teach KS3 RS.
• Demonstrate stamina, good humour and strong organisational skills.
• Good ICT skills; technology used to enhance learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Religious Studies department.
• Teach Religious Studies up to A Level.
• Support non-specialist staff teaching KS3 RS.
• Participate in Open events, Carol Service and Prize Giving.
• Engage in the co-curricular life of the school.

Skills

RS teaching

A-Level teaching

ICT skills

Organisational skills

Job description

St Mary’s School is seeking a dynamic and inspirational graduate to lead our Religious Studies department. The successful candidate must be able to teach Religious Studies up to and including A Level, and, as the specialist RS teacher, be able to support committed non-specialist members of staff who teaches some Key Stage 3 lessons. You should have stamina, good humour and be able to demonstrate strong organisational skills. Good ICT skills are essential and candidates should be aware that technology is used to enhance learning throughout the curriculum. Staff play a crucial part in the marketing of the school and attend all Open events, as well as our annual evening Carol Service in December and Prize Giving in July. Staff participation in the co-curricular life of the school is a requirement, developing relationships with students and their parents and ensuring a breadth of opportunities for our students.

Religious Studies is a popular choice at St. Mary’s. GCSE students currently take the AQA specification; at A-Level we currently follow the OCR specification. Students have a proven track record of success at GCSE and A level and the school is well resourced, having spent recent years creating a strong curriculum for all students. The department organises trips to local places of worship as well as taking students to conferences and events in London. The department also leads the organisation of workshops, recognising major religious festivals, in our ‘Spiritual Hub’ a multi-faith space in the former school chapel, which is located next to the dedicated subject classroom.