Head of Religious Education

We are seeking a forward-thinking and innovative Head of RE ready to lead a strong team. Beauchamp College is an outstanding secondary school based in south Leicestershire and in addition to delivering KS4 and 5, has welcomed its first cohort of year 7 students this September. 

The department currently consists of five teachers who work closely together to deliver great student outcomes. All students take the AQA GCSE RE course in year 10, with the majority continuing to year 11. At A level, we offer OCR Philosophy, Theology & Ethics, which attracts strong student numbers. 

We are looking to appoint someone who can lead by example, is an excellent and enthusiastic teacher and is confident delivering high quality lessons. The desire to share good practice with the team and a can-do attitude is essential. 

We offer ongoing professional development opportunities to all staff and career progression based on performance.

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive employer of choice, who can offer further professional development to any that show potential, willing and want for it.

If you would like to come and have a look around, to see us hard at work, don’t hesitate to make contact with our Reception Team, to arrange a mutually agreeable time. 

To apply, please visit: http://www.beauchamp.org.uk/teaching-vacancies/ (please note CVs WILL NOT be accepted). 

Closing date: 9.00am on Thursday, 28th September 2017.

Interview date: Tuesday, 10th October 2017.

This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).