Lead and shape our RE and Citizenship curriculum as Head of Department at The Bulmershe School. We are seeking an energetic, creative subject leader to join our thriving Humanities Faculty and re-establish GCSE and A-Level courses in Religious Studies. Step into a vibrant, diverse community that values respect and academic achievement, where you will receive a competitive salary, bespoke CPD, professional coaching and dedicated faculty support to help you excel in your leadership career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Establishment: Design and launch long-term plans and schemes of work for GCSE Religious Studies, GCSE Citizenship and A-Level progression while maintaining a strong Key Stage 3 foundation.
- Academic Leadership: Oversee subject assessment frameworks, analyze student data, deliver targeted academic interventions and collaborate with faculty leaders on whole-school literacy goals.
- Quality Teaching: Deliver engaging, high-quality RS and Citizenship lessons across all key stages, fostering spiritual, moral, social and cultural understanding.
- Departmental Collaboration: Work with the Head of Personal Development, SENDCo, EAL team and CCF Lead to ensure an inclusive, integrated curriculum for all students.
You must hold Qualified Teacher Status, have proven experience teaching Religious Studies to GCSE and possess the vision to establish new courses. Experience teaching GCSE Citizenship is highly desirable.
If you are an enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to young people's lives we would love to hear from you.
Why join The Bulmershe School
The Bulmershe School is a heavily oversubscribed school which sits at the heart of our community. We are a mixed Corvus Learning Trust Academy school of 1,500 students, who come from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We work closely with our parents, partners and feeder schools to achieve the best outcomes for all of our students.
We believe that The Bulmershe is a school where you can really make a difference.
The Bulmershe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Note: This job description is not your contract of employment or any part of it. It has been prepared only for the purpose of school organisation and may change either as your contract changes or as the organisation of the school is changed. Nothing will be changed without consultation.
Head of Religious Studies and Citizenship employer: The Bulmershe School
The Bulmershe School is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, where your contributions are valued and recognised. As a Facilities Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and vibrant campus for our diverse student body, while benefiting from opportunities for professional growth and development within a dedicated leadership team. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the success of our students.
