Head of Religious Studies & Sociology
Posted 10 hours 57 minutes ago by The Shaw Education Trust
We are seeking an inspirational and committed Head of Religious Studies and Sociology to join our thriving secondary school. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner or aspiring middle leader to shape a dynamic and forward thinking department at a key stage of its 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
- Use assessment and data effectively to raise attainment and close gaps
- Support, mentor and develop staff within the department
- Contribute to the wider life and leadership of the school
- Excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge in Religious Studies and/or Sociology
- Ability to inspire students and staff through passion, expertise and high expectations
- Strong leadership potential or experience at middle leadership level
- Committed to inclusive education and promoting students' moral, social and cultural development
- Shared commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
- Generous holiday entitlement: 37 days from day one, rising to 39 days after five years (including bank holidays)
- Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan
- Free discount scheme for teachers and support staff
- Free eye tests and cycle to work scheme
- Access to the Trust's Institute of Education, SCITT and a full range of professional development courses
- Opportunities to work in a collaborative network of schools and contribute to professional advocacy projects
This position is subject to robust vetting procedures, including an online search for all shortlisted candidates, in line with our Trust's commitment to safer recruitment. An enhanced DBS check is required; you will be asked to disclose all relevant unspent and, where applicable, unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions.
Equal opportunitiesShaw Education Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are fully committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection processes promote equality, diversity and inclusion at every stage.