Subject lead of Religious Studies in Preston

As Subject Lead, you will bring energy, vision and enthusiasm to inspire both pupils and colleagues, fostering a deep appreciation and understanding of Religious Studies across all key stages. You will be responsible for leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of Religious Studies in line with curriculum requirements, ensuring consistently high standards of teaching and learning.

You will play a key role in shaping curriculum development, monitoring pupil progress, raising attainment, and supporting staff within the department. Working collaboratively with the senior leadership team and wider faculty, you will drive forward improvements to sustain and raise achievement to an outstanding level.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong subject knowledge, excellent leadership and organisational skills, and a clear commitment to promoting high expectations and academic excellence.

Contract: This is a fixed-term contract, to be reviewed with the possibility of extension, subject to school needs and performance.

If you are committed to excellence and are ready to lead Religious Studies within a nurturing and aspirational environment, we would welcome your application.

WHY CHOOSE US

Preston Muslim Girls High School is a highly regarded and an extremely successful 11-16 Islamic High School. Preston Muslim Girls High School has been recognised by DfE as one of the top non-selective schools in the country. In December 2022 Ofsted graded the school as 'Outstanding'. 'Leaders expectations for pupils academic achievement are unwaveringly high for every pupil.' 'Governors and leaders are relentless in pursuing the best for the pupils. The ethos of the school promotes strong productive relationships between all stakeholders'. (Ofsted Nov 2016)

The school has the highest P8 within the authority and is ranked 9th nationally. This demonstrates the high expectations and performance of all within the school. Our pupils make a huge contribution to the Islamic life and ethos of the school and as an inspirational team player you will be keen to get involved in the vast array of activities at the school as well as the larger community to help support the department further.

Preston Muslim Girls High School provides a welcoming, calm and safe environment in which our young people can thrive. Staff in every area of the school, whatever their role, are kind, thoughtful and entirely focused on ensuring that every child makes the most of the opportunities offered to them. Safeguarding and Child Protection practices are exemplary; attendance rates are exceptional; and visitors to the school frequently comment upon the exemplary behaviour and attitude of our pupils.

Inspire the next generation of pioneers by joining us at Preston Muslim Girls High School. Our ideal candidate will be passionate about the power of education to improve the life chances of young people and a committed team player who is driven to raising attainment. Building character and skills, developing and valuing young people and giving them every opportunity to achieve the highest standards in their academic journey is fundamental to our vision.

We would be interested to hear from both experienced candidates and those entering their newly qualified teacher year. We have a proven track record of support and development. Perfect for an individual who likes a challenge and is committed to student’s learning. The ideal candidate will be motivated, patient and caring with the student’s quality of learning and excellent progression at the centre of what they do day to day.