Teacher of Religious Studies

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a high-calibre Teacher of Religious Studies to join a talented team. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire young women and contribute to a flourishing school environment. The successful candidate will work collaboratively, delivering engaging lessons and fostering a commitment to academic excellence. With a focus on professional development and a supportive community, this position is ideal for educators at any stage of their career. Join a school that values creativity, compassion, and courageous optimism in its mission to build great learning communities.

Benefits

High-quality CPD opportunities

Access to employee well-being support

Increased admission priority for children

Welcoming and friendly colleagues

Excellent facilities including a farm and art gallery

Qualifications

• A commitment to building great learning communities.
• Ability to inspire students in Religious Studies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons to inspire young women.
• Plan creatively for high-quality teaching and assessment.

Skills

Religious Studies

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Planning

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Teaching Qualification (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a high-calibre Teacher of Religious Studies to join a talented and supportive team at The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with passionate and experienced colleagues and would be suitable for teachers at all stages of their career.

The successful candidate will:

• Share our commitment to building great learning communities for our students.
• Inspire young women with a passion for Religious Studies
• Plan creatively for high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Deliver highly effective and engaging lessons with the aspiration of raising the academic outcomes of our students.
• Be motivated to challenge and help develop amazing young women
• Work collaboratively across the school
• Support the ongoing growth and development of the department

The successful candidate will become part of an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, with confident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment.The school is committed to providing the best learning opportunities in a safe, secure and friendly environment with dedicated colleagues who strive for excellence.

In return we can offer you:

• Welcoming and friendly colleagues
• A stimulating and welcoming learning environment with excellent facilities, including a farm, an art gallery and our own railway
• High-quality CPD including NPQ and other further qualifications
• Opportunities to teach across Key Stage 3, Key Stages 4 and Key Stage 5
• Strong links with girls’ schools in the UK and abroad through the International Coalition of Girls Schools (ICGS)
• Access to theSchools Advisory Service(SAS), the Trust’s employee well-being support and medical programme. This includes 24-hour-a-day access to a GP helpline for you and those within your household, a counselling service, stress management, weight loss programme, physiotherapy, menopause support and much more.
• A colleague Support Pack regularly updated with local financial guidance, schemes and support
• Links with the local community, including our charity partner, The Trussell Trust Food Bank
• Increased priority in admission to our school for your child/ren
• Close proximity to the M25, Romford Railway Station (Elizabeth Line) and on a main bus route

For further information about this role, please [e-mail]. Visits to the school are welcomed.

The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondary school situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunning site, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management. The school boasts a Progress 8 score of +0.39, showcasing its commitment to academic excellence.The Frances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of its teachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.

At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplish our mission, we keep our 3 core beliefsat the heart of everything we do:Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion.We support our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant, exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.

The Trust reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date.

We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community,particularly people from ethnic minorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks withpastemployersandtheDBS.