Head of Religious Studies

Cressex Community School; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in High Wycombe is seeking a Head of Religious Studies to inspire students and lead an effective department. Ideal candidates should have excellent subject knowledge in Islam and Christianity, alongside a deep understanding of the RS curriculum. This permanent position offers a supportive community with opportunities for professional development and a family-friendly environment.

Benefits

Supportive community of staff and governors

Family-friendly school

Opportunities for continued professional development

State-of-the-art learning environment

Staff gym onsite

Friday afternoons reserved for staff planning

Qualifications

• Passionate and highly driven individual seeking to lead Religious Studies.
• Excellent understanding of RS curriculum.
• Experience in teaching and skilled practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students in the classroom.
• Join a strong and effective department.
• Contribute to the climate and ethos of the school.

Skills

Outstanding subject knowledge (Islam and Christianity)

Ability to motivate students

Experience in teaching Religious Studies

Job description

Head of Religious Studies

• Posting date: 20 November 2025
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 02 December 2025
• Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 4QA
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 25cdd451-504e-416e-a7c1-a1592308069c

Summary

We are looking to appoint a passionate and highly driven Head of Religious Studies, who has the vision and ambition to lead a core and successful subject in the school. The successful candidate will have outstanding subject knowledge (including Islam and Christianity as subject specialisms) and an excellent understanding of the RS curriculum, with the ability to motivate students through inspirational teaching. We encourage experienced, skilled and highly motivated practitioners to apply. We are committed to supporting the right person to develop within this position through high quality leadership coaching.

What this role involves

• Inspire students in the classroom
• Join a strong and effective department and make learning R.S. exciting
• Make a strong all‑round contribution to the climate and ethos of the school

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and dedicated community of staff and governors
• A family‑friendly school, making it easier for employees to balance work and life
• Teaching & Learning underpinned by the latest research
• A data‑rich environment focused on raising standards for all
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• A superb, state‑of‑the‑art learning environment and well‑resourced departments
• Staff gym onsite
• Friday afternoons reserved for staff planning, including the option to work from home

Further details about the role

Further information about the school and role can be found on our website www.cressex.org.

Commitment to safeguarding

Cressex Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Shortlisted candidates should be aware that online searches (including social media) will be carried out as part of due diligence checks.