Head of Religion & Philosophy

Salary: CLS Teaching Pay Scale 2022/23 (£35,490 to £58,210 - plus two progression points to £60,110 62,060), plus Head of Department allowance (and timetable allocation).

An outstanding teacher of Religion & Philosophy is required to join CLS as Head of Department for January 2024. The School has a long-standing record of high academic achievement (96.6% of A-level and Pre-U entries gained A* to B/D1-M1 grades in 2022). There is also much happening in terms of co-curricular activities, and all staff are expected to be fully involved in School life.

The post will involve teaching Religion & Philosophy to years 6-13. Experience in a position of responsibility to date in their present school is advantageous and this is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in Middle Leadership and, ultimately, beyond. The ideal candidate will have a clear vision for teaching and learning in R&P and an ability to inspire others to fulfil their potential. They will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, able to lead by example.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the R&P Department, and taking responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of all pupils from Old Grammar (Y6) to Senior Sixth. There are regularly two sets in Sixth Form and significant numbers of pupils go on to high-tariff universities to read Philosophy and other associated courses such as Theology and PPE. There is a rich supra-curricular programme as well, which is overseen by the Head of Department, including competitions and trips.

We aspire to attract a staff that matches the social and cultural diversity of the CLS community. We welcome applications from anyone with the relevant skills and abilities, and particularly from those who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours. We use CV Minder to anonymise applications.

Closing date: Tuesday 6 June at 9am

How to Apply: Further details and an application form are available from our website (https://www.cityoflondonschool.org.uk/about/vacancies)

Interviews will be held on Friday 16 June

Start date: January 2024

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to appoint ahead of the published deadline.

CLS was named by the Sunday Times as London Independent Secondary School of the Year 2020, and occupies fine, modern buildings near St. Paul's Cathedral overlooking the Thames, opposite the Tate Modern. There are impressive off-site sports facilities in south-east London.

City of London School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the School and a copy of the most recent ISI Inspection report are available on the school website.