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Head of Religious Education

Head of Religious Education

Fulwood Academy

Lancashire

  • £28,000 - £43,685 per year
  • Quick apply
  • Expired
Salary:
MPS1 - UPS3 + TLR £4,153
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1st September 2023 or earlier if possible.
Apply by:
29 March 2023

Job overview

We seek to appoint a Head of Religious Education with the skills, vision and energy to inspire our pupils.

At Fulwood we put the progress and wellbeing of our pupils at the centre of everything we do. We set ourselves and our pupils’ high expectations and the highest standards for teaching and learning. We aim to grow creative, ambitious and caring young people who will make unique contributions to the future.

The post holder will have a key role to play in the development of Fulwood Academy.

We seek to appoint a Head of Religious Education who has:

·        A passion for teaching Religious Education at KS3 and KS4

·        Strong subject knowledge and experience of raising attainment in languages

·        Drive and enthusiasm to lead and take responsibility for Teaching and Learning in the curriculum area

·        The skills and focus to make contributions to the wider Academy

·        Dedication to improving the opportunities for the pupils of Fulwood Academy by delivering innovative opportunities which go beyond the classroom curriculum

We can offer you:

·        A friendly and diverse pupil and staff community

·        Outstanding facilities to support Teaching and Learning

·        A broad and wide-ranging staff development programme

·        A staff rewards package including benefits and discounts

·        A strong behaviour system that supports Teaching and Learning

·        The opportunity to join an academy with exciting plans for the future

·        An environment focused on raising standards

·        Opportunities for career development

Salary: M1 – UPS3 per annum on the teacher’s pay scale + TLR of 7 points (£4,153)

We encourage prospective applicants to come and visit the academy and this can be during or outside of the academy day. Please contact Mr David Brookes, on 01772 779010 or email d.brookes@fulwoodacademy.co.uk to arrange an appointment.

Details/ application forms are available from the vacancies section of the academy website and returnable to Mr Brookes, email address above.

Closing date: Wednesday 29th March 2023 at 9.00                            Interview date: Friday 31st March 2023

Fulwood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders at Fulwood Academy are subject to an Enhanced DBS check following the offer of a post, and any offer is subject to satisfactory checks being obtained.

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About Fulwood Academy

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  • Fulwood Academy
  • Black Bull Lane, Fulwood, Preston
  • Lancashire
  • PR2 9YR
  • United Kingdom
+44 1772 719060

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Fulwood Academy opened on 1st September 2009 replacing Fulwood High School and Arts College, an established and successful 11-16 Secondary School situated in North Preston. In June 2023 Ofsted rated Fulwood Academy as "Good" in all areas, in the report they said:

  • Leaders have established an inclusive culture at the school where every pupil is valued.
  • Pupils are calm, polite and they benefit from the positive relationships that they have with staff. 
  • Staff value the support they receive from leaders. They are proud to be part of the school.


The Academy’s sponsor is Charles Dunstone, founder of Carphone Warehouse. His support for the Academy will ensure that pupils and staff benefit from ‘cutting edge’ technology to support learning. His vision for the Academy is outlined in the enclosed prospectus and documentation.

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