Head of Religion, Ethics and Philosophy

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Head of Religion, Ethics and Philosophy (Religious Studies) to lead the department through the next phase of its development. 

The Head of Religion, Ethics and Philosophy will have overall responsibility for the professional leadership and management of the department. They will ensure high standards of teaching and learning are delivered, resources are used efficiently and effectively and the curriculum is managed and developed in accordance with school policy.

This is an exciting and developmental post for the right candidate and will be crucial to helping our pupils shape their worldview. With excellent pupil uptake at GCSE and A level and some of the best public examination results in the school, the successful candidate will be building on very firm foundations. 

About the School:

Established in 1874, Croydon High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus.  Croydon High is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who teach and learn here.

Benefits: 

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as: 

• Competitive salaries and pay progression 

• Access to extensive professional development opportunities 

• Training grants for qualifications 

• Generous pension schemes 

• Free life assurance benefit 

• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools 

• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans 

• A Cycle to Work scheme 

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment 

For further details and an application form please click the apply button.

Applications must be received by noon on Wednesday 8 June 2022.

To support and enhance the educational and pastoral provision for all our students, we are fully committed to a recruitment policy in which job applicants are not discriminated against on the grounds of sex, race, disability, age, nationality, colour, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.