Head of Religious Education

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher to the position of Head of Religious Education. The successful candidate will join our flourishing Humanities Faculty and will lead an ambitious team. The ability to teach the subject at Key Stage 3 and 4 is essential. Previous experience of teaching A Level Philosophy is an advantage. The Department follows the AQA specifications at GCSE and A Level.

The vision of the RE department is to produce philosophically enlightened students that are prepared for life in the modern world. The RE curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge they need as citizens of a multicultural country and to support those who study the subject at GCSE and A Level. The impact of our curriculum is reflected in student numbers and outcomes. In 2022 54% of students obtained an A*-B Grade in Philosophy at A Level. At GCSE 80% of students obtained Grade 9-4 in Religious Studies; 28% of students achieved Grade 7-9. It is common for us to have multiple GCSE classes and two A Level Philosophy classes.

The Hemel Hempstead School is a popular and oversubscribed school on a beautiful site in Boxmoor. The school is close to local and national rail, bus and road links to London. We are an expanding school, with 217 students in each year group and over 250 students in the Sixth Form. Our facilities are excellent with world-class sporting facilities, a brand-new music, languages and science centre and plans for further improvements across the site. In September 2025 we will have a brand-new school building.

Diversity: Scholars’ Education Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want to attract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.

Further details and an application form are available from HR at hr@scholarseducationtrust.co.uk, or on 01727 734424. CVs will not be accepted.

If you are interested in joining us at this exciting time, please click Quick Apply to apply online. 

Closing date: 9.00am on Thursday 29th June 2023 

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Scholars’ Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.