Head of Religious Studies or Religious Studies Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Plymouth is seeking a passionate Head of Religious Studies to deliver engaging lessons across KS3–KS5. The role involves promoting critical thinking and supporting students’ moral growth within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong dedication to improving children's life chances and be prepared to embrace 'The Lipson Way' of teaching. There are also opportunities for professional growth and a well-being package offered.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Attractive salary based on experience

Outstanding wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach Religious Studies across KS3–KS5.
• Experience in delivering high quality lessons.
• Passion for improving students’ life chances.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality RS lessons across KS3–KS5.
• Promote critical thinking and inclusivity.
• Support students’ moral and spiritual development.

Skills

Promoting critical thinking

Respect and inclusivity

Supporting moral development

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an inspiring Head of Religious Studies or Religious Studies Teacher to join our team.

You will deliver high quality RS lessons across KS3–KS5, promote critical thinking, respect, and inclusivity, and support students’ moral and spiritual development.

You will share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community, be relentless, positive and kind, and be prepared to teach ‘The Lipson Way’.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality RS lessons across KS3–KS5
• Promote critical thinking, respect, and inclusivity
• Support students’ moral and spiritual development

Benefits

• A supportive, welcoming environment in a school that 100% of staff said they would recommend as a good place to work in a recent staff survey!
• Opportunities for professional growth
• A very attractive salary for the right candidate, reflective of drive, passion, experience and track record of delivering results
• A culture of respect, excellence, and belonging
• Outstanding wellbeing package

Safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.