Head of Religious Studies

Merstham Park School

Merstham

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Access to a staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration working

Job summary

Merstham Park School is seeking an inspiring Head of Religious Studies to lead and shape the RS curriculum within our growing Humanities Faculty. You will deliver engaging lessons, drive curriculum development, and promote high standards of teaching, learning and student wellbeing across key stages.

Join a supportive community within GLF Schools, with CPD opportunities, career progression, and a broad extra-curricular programme that enriches student life and academic achievement.

Qualifications

Lead and develop the RS curriculum across key stages.
Plan and deliver high-quality RS lessons and resources.
Demonstrate outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Contribute to school community and extra-curricular activities.
Work collaboratively to achieve best outcomes for students.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the RS curriculum across key stages.
Plan and deliver high-quality RS lessons and resources.
Demonstrate outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Contribute to school community and extra-curricular activities.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for all students.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Collaboration

Student wellbeing

Job description

Are you an inspiring Head of Religious Studies looking for a position in a growing secondary school?

We are looking for a dynamic and highly-skilled practitioner to join the Humanities Faculty at Merstham Park School.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic leader who has the curriculum knowledge to support the school’s ambition - we see Religious Studies as a vital part of providing “a culturally rich learning environment where all students are valued, safe and successful. You will have a confident understanding of the curriculum and the ability to explain concepts clearly.

You will join our Humanities Faculty consisting of: Geography, History, Religious Studies and PSHE. The team is committed to creating a supportive environment where professional development, learning from each other and sharing good practice is at the heart of all that they do.

This is an exciting time to join the school as we look to expand and develop our offer as we grow even bigger. You will have plenty of CPD opportunities for professional development and growth. Working as part of the GLF Trust comprising of 43 schools, we can support you with career pathways for progression.

We value the opportunities that extra-curricular can provide. As a result, we have a broad programme, and all members of the Department are actively involved in providing extra-curricular opportunities either at lunchtime or after school.

Please note: Merstham Park School is seeking to appoint either a Head of Religious Studies or a Teacher of Religious Studies. Applicants will be considered for the role that most closely matches their experience, skills and leadership aspirations. Candidates with the expertise and ambition to lead the department are encouraged to apply for the Head of Religious Studies position, while experienced and aspiring teachers looking to develop their career within a supportive and ambitious school are welcome to apply for the Teacher of Religious Studies role that has also been advertised. Only one appointment will be made

To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.

About Merstham Park School

At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed their potential. Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience.

As a growing school we are excited and proud of our state of the art facilities which we opened in September 2022. Our brand new home is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.

As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for everyone to grow in their roles, whether that is through individual CPD or through additional responsibilities.

What we are looking for:

An inspiring and dynamic Religious Studies teacher with the vision and expertise to lead and further develop the RS curriculum, creating a coherent and engaging learning journey across all key stages.
An excellent classroom practitioner who can plan and deliver high-quality lessons and resources that support both specialist and non-specialist teachers.
A skilled leader with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, committed to promoting high standards of teaching, learning and student wellbeing.
A dedicated professional who is keen to contribute to the wider school community and passionate about providing enriching extra-curricular opportunities for students.
A collaborative and positive team player who is committed to working effectively with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for all students.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish