Head of Religious Studies & Sociology — Lead Curriculum & Impact

TOTTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL; Tottington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving secondary school is seeking an inspirational Head of Religious Studies and Sociology to lead its dynamic department. The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership and vision while ensuring high-quality teaching and engaging curriculum. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, developing an inclusive curriculum, and contributing to the school’s wider life. Benefits include access to a local government pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Access to the Institute of Education

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge in Religious Studies and/or Sociology.
• Ability to inspire students and staff through passion and high expectations.
• Strong leadership potential or experience at middle-leadership level.
• Committed to inclusive education and promoting students' moral, social, and cultural development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and vision for the departments across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver outstanding teaching and learning, modelling best practice.
• Develop and implement an ambitious, inclusive curriculum aligned with examination specifications.

Skills

Strong leadership potential

Excellent classroom practitioner

Ability to inspire students

Commitment to inclusive education

Education

Strong subject knowledge in Religious Studies and/or Sociology

Job description

A thriving secondary school is seeking an inspirational Head of Religious Studies and Sociology to lead its dynamic department. The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership and vision while ensuring high-quality teaching and engaging curriculum. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, developing an inclusive curriculum, and contributing to the school’s wider life. Benefits include access to a local government pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development.