Head of Religious Education and PSHE

OverviewJob title: Head of Religious Education and PSHELocation: Sheffield Park Academy, Beaumont Road North, Sheffield, S2 1SNSalary: Highly competitive United Learning Teachers Pay Range (£36,400.00 - £53,040.00 FTE), with TLR2 of £5,000Contract: Permanent, Full-TimeStart date: Easter 2026 or sooner if possibleThis is an excellent opportunity to join an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ academy. The academy is part of United Learning, a national group of schools and academies. Sheffield Park Academy is an 11-18 school. As part of United Learning our aim is to bring out ‘the Best in Everyone’ and we continuously strive to ensure that students and staff have every opportunity to succeed, with their potential developed to the utmost.The academy has over 1,200 pupils and is situated in purpose-built £30million premises, benefiting from excellent, state-of-the-art facilities. We are part of the United Learning Trust, the largest and one of the most successful academy trusts in the country who offer unrivalled CPD and opportunities for nationwide networking and development opportunities.The city of Sheffield itself is a vibrant place to live and work with two universities and a range of entertainment opportunities alongside access to the Beautiful Peak District within 20 minutes. Quality of life is routinely ranked very highly, and it is one of the greenest cities in Europe.ResponsibilitiesLead the Department for Religious Education and PSHE, developing and delivering a high-quality curriculum aligned with school and trust priorities.Contribute to the school’s mission to become an ‘Outstanding’ school and promote core values of ambition, knowledge and determination.Support current leadership or pursue middle-leadership responsibilities, building a strong and successful RE department.Collaborate with colleagues across the United Learning network to share best practice and professional development opportunities.Ensure effective organisation, planning and attention to detail in departmental operations.Maintain safeguarding and welfare standards in line with statutory guidance.Qualifications and What We’re Looking ForDriven, goal-oriented, knowledgeable individual who can positively contribute to school improvement.Suitable for a current leader or someone looking to move into middle leadership.Excellent organisational skills and outstanding attention to detail.Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.We offerHighly competitive pay above national average.Excellent facilities and resources.Access to an outstanding professional development programme.A respectful working environment.Supportive, friendly colleagues dedicated to professional development.Opportunity to be part of United Learning, one of the largest groups of academies in the country.Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues in each school, across the Cluster and United Learning.Excellent employee benefits including a pension scheme with high employer contributions.Access to training through the Apprenticeship Levy.Free on-site parking.Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).Encouragement of open conversations about work-life balance.Application and SafeguardingPlease refer to the job description and person specification for further details. To apply, click the “Apply online” button on our vacancies page and complete the online application form; CVs are not accepted. Closing date: midnight, 14 December 2025. Interviews will take place soon after the closing date. For queries, please email hr@unitedlearningyorks.org.uk.United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health checks, right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and a check against the appropriate barred list. #J-18808-Ljbffr