Head of Religious Studies

We are looking for a dynamic and highly-skilled practitioner to join the Humanities Faculty at Merstham Park School.

We are seeking a dynamic leader who has the curriculum knowledge to support the school’s ambition - we see Religious Studies as a vital part of providing “a culturally rich learning environment where all students are valued, safe and successful. You will have a confident understanding of the curriculum and the ability to explain concepts clearly.

You will join our Humanities Faculty consisting of:
Geography, History, Religious Studies and PSHE. The team is committed to creating a supportive environment where professional development, learning from each other and sharing good practice is at the heart of all that they do.

This is an exciting time to join the school as we look to expand and develop our offer as we grow even bigger. You will have plenty of CPD opportunities for professional development and growth. Working as part of the GLF Trust comprising of 43 schools, we can support you with career pathways for progression.

We value the opportunities that extra-curricular can provide. As a result, we have a broad programme, and all members of the Department are actively involved in providing extra-curricular opportunities either at lunchtime or after school.

Please note:
Merstham Park School is seeking to appoint either a Head of Religious Studies or a Teacher of Religious Studies. Applicants will be considered for the role that most closely matches their experience, skills and leadership aspirations. Candidates with the expertise and ambition to lead the department are encouraged to apply for the Head of Religious Studies position, while experienced and aspiring teachers looking to develop their career within a supportive and ambitious school are welcome to apply for the Teacher of Religious Studies role that has also been advertised.

Only one appointment will be made

To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.

At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed their potential. Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience.

As a growing school we are excited and proud of our state of the art facilities which we opened in September 2022. Our brand new home is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.

As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for everyone to grow in their roles, whether that is through individual CPD or through additional responsibilities.

• An inspiring and dynamic Religious Studies teacher with the vision and expertise to lead and further develop the RS curriculum, creating a coherent and engaging learning journey across all key stages.
• An excellent classroom practitioner who can plan and deliver high-quality lessons and resources that support both specialist and non-specialist teachers.
• A skilled leader with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, committed to promoting high standards of teaching, learning and student wellbeing.
• A dedicated professional who is keen to contribute to the wider school community and passionate about…