Head of Religious Studies and PSHE

Full time / Part time

Main Scale / Upper Pay Spine with TLR2b

September 2022

We are seeking to appoint a capable, dynamic and creative individual with excellent subject knowledge, a passion for teaching Religious Studies and a commitment to delivering a high-quality RS with PSHE curriculum experience. The appointed candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning and an ability to engage and inspire students of all ages and attainment levels.

The Religious Studies department achieves outstanding results in OCR GCSE Philosophy and Ethics, encourages critical and reflective thinking and fosters a culture of respect for different faiths and beliefs. The successful candidate would work as part of an experienced and supportive team of Humanities teachers and would also lead the PSHE curriculum as part of a specialist PSHE teaching team.

Following the effective introduction of PSHE as a timetabled subject for all students this academic year, we are keen to appoint someone who will continue to lead and develop this highly valued aspect of the curriculum. This aspect of the role would provide excellent experience for a someone seeking to develop their experience of pastoral and whole-school leadership.

Linton Village College is a high-achieving comprehensive 11-16 school at the heart of its local community. Ensuring a high-quality education for all of our students on a daily basis is our core priority. This is underpinned by a culture in which strong relationships, effective pastoral care and personal development opportunities are of paramount importance. We are committed to offering enriching learning experiences and we strive for educational excellence. We have very high expectations and provide a nurturing, friendly and supportive environment in which everyone can thrive and achieve.

We support colleagues’ professional learning in national programmes as well as through a broad in-school and Trust-wide training offer. We also enjoy strong links with primary partner schools, sixth form colleges and the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambridge. Our membership of Anglian Learning provides further opportunities for career development and collaboration.

To find out more about this vacancy, please download an application form and information pack from our website at www.lvc.org. We welcome contact from interested candidates to discuss the role. Please contact humanresources@lvc.org to make an appointment.

Requests for flexibility in working arrangements/patterns will be considered.

Applications must be submitted on the College’s application form; CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Monday 23rd May 2022.

All staff share a commitment to Safeguarding and staff in regulated activity will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and a barred list check and other checks may be requested if applicable. We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered.