Head of Religious Education
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Ilford, Essex
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main/Upper Pay Scale plus TLR1B
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2018
- Apply by:
- 3 October 2017
Job overview
Are you passionate about Religious Education? Do you want to work in an academy that is driven by the dreams, aspirations and ambitions of its students and the wider community? The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of Religious Education who can bring learning to life and inspire our students.
The Palmer Catholic Academy is a very successful over-subscribed 11 – 18 mixed, voluntary aided, comprehensive school in the London Borough of Redbridge. The RE Department is a thriving and well-resourced department that achieves very good exam results and contributes positively to the development of the Liturgical and wider life of the academy. All students study RE from years 7 to 11 and A Level Religious Philosophy and Ethics has been established for several years and enjoys a consistently high level of exam success.
Applications are invited from accomplished practitioners with significant experience in teaching up to KS4, and preferably KS5; who have a clear understanding and commitment to maintain the highest standards of teaching and learning; have an established track record of raising achievement and who possesses a strong desire to create an outstanding department that provides excellent teaching to children of all abilities.
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About The Palmer Catholic Academy
- The Palmer Catholic Academy
- Aldborough Road South, Seven Kings, Ilford
- Essex
- IG3 8EU
- United Kingdom
The Palmer Catholic Academy is a place where the Catholic faith is fostered and developed in the context of respect for each individual's freedom and dignity. Everyone is treated with respect, dignity and equality, regardless of sex, race or ability. The Academy works positively and tirelessly to counter the inequalities children may face outside school. We believe in the importance of building up the self-image and aspirations of all. Great importance is placed in developing a sense of community in the school as a whole and awareness in each student that they are cared for within the community. The spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of the students permeates the whole curriculum. Our aim is to provide a happy and secure learning environment, giving all our students the opportunity to develop spiritually, socially and succeed academically. We believe that education is wider than simple academic subjects and strive to provide a broad and balanced education. Nonetheless, the central importance of academic success is fully realised. We follow the example of our founder, Canon Patrick Palmer - to do all things to the Glory of God and the Service of all.
GCSE success continued in 2023 with 87% of students achieving 4+ in English, 86% 4+ in Maths and a Progress 8 score of +0.72, Disadvantaged Students +0.80. We are a 'well above average' provider. Please click link for GIAS website.
CPD
The Palmer Catholic Academy offers a diverse range of CPD activities that meet the needs and requirements of all staff at various stages of their professional career. Professional Development Groups allow staff to opt in to sessions that focus on particular areas of pedagogy to deepen understanding and share good practice. Opportunities are also given to emerging leaders to lead on various initiatives across the academy.
Location
The Palmer Catholic Academy is ideally located with excellent transport links for both buses and trains (Elizabeth Line - Seven Kings Station - 12 minutes from Stratford). Good local amenities.
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