Head of Department: Religious Studies

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom MLK Education Search Full time
Job Summary

MLK Education Search is seeking an exceptional senior teacher and leader to head up the thriving Religious Studies Department at a community academy in Southwark. As the Head of Department, you will be responsible for leading teaching within the subject, overseeing the strategic development of Key Stage 3 and 4, and planning for the growth into Key Stage 5.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of the Religious Studies curriculum, ensuring it is up-to-date and aligned with statutory guidance.
  • Communicate effectively with families and students about curriculum and delivery of RSE.
  • Contribute to the development of teaching, learning, and assessment within the faculty.
  • Stay informed of current developments in the subject area and participate in INSET to initiate change where appropriate.
  • Plan and deliver outstanding lessons, utilizing a variety of teaching resources.
  • Support and contribute to the Academy's EDI strategy, taking oversight for this within the curriculum areas.
  • Ensure students' work is marked regularly and conscientiously, in accordance with the Academy feedback policy.
  • Oversee, set, and mark internal examinations and tests as required.
  • Demonstrate good knowledge of a wide range of teaching methods and implement these in the classroom.
  • Be fully committed to the Academy's house and enrichment activities.
  • Possess excellent ICT skills and use them as a core tool in the teaching of RS.
  • Provide accurate information for parents, attend parents' evenings, and other presentation meetings as required.
Benefits
  • Perkbox: a cutting-edge reward and benefits platform to empower, acknowledge, and recognize colleagues, as well as discounted rewards.
  • Pension Scheme: teaching staff will receive 28.68% contributions into their pension fund.
  • Professional Learning: a dedicated team devoted to nurturing professional growth.
  • Employee Assistance Program: encompasses a 24-hour, free, and confidential counseling service, amongst other great options.
  • Well-being: complimentary access to the award-winning Headspace app, along with free mindfulness courses to enhance overall well-being.
  • Staff Development: explore secondment opportunities within the Trust or externally, adding valuable professional development experiences.
  • Ride and Cycle to Work Schemes: substantial discounts through tax allowances for either purchasing or hiring a bike.
  • Season Ticket Loans: discounted annual travel fares through our salary-deductible Season Ticket Loan and save on your travel overall.


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