Head of Religious Studies
Godolphin School
Salisbury
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 5 February 2018
Job overview
Godolphin is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, talented and innovative full time Head of RS to lead this very popular subject. The successful candidate will be expected to teach RS across the Senior School (11-18) and to promote the department to increase the number of students opting to study it. You will be an outstanding teacher who is passionate about RS, and excited about the opportunity to incorporate new technologies and innovative, varied, teaching techniques into your classroom.
We are committed to developing RS across the whole school community, and this post will involve working with us to enhance the curriculum at all levels, including liaising with staff and pupils from our Prep school to Sixth Form as well as with the EAL and Learning Support Departments. The post would suit a teacher keen to develop his or her career by taking on significant responsibility or an experienced Head of Department keen for a new challenge.
For further details please follow this link where you can download the Candidate Brief and Application Form, please e-mail the HR Administrator, Mrs Judy Wilson on wilsonj@godolphin.wilts.sch.uk or telephone 01722 430536. Please do not send a curriculum vitae. Application, including the names of two professional referees, should reach Mrs Wilson, Godolphin School, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 2RA by 9am Monday 5 February 2018. Interviews will be held on 21 February. We reserve the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.
Godolphin is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and students to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced clearance through the DBS.
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About Godolphin School
- Godolphin School
- Millford Hill, Salisbury
- Wiltshire
- SP1 2RA
- United Kingdom
"Pupils of all ages have exceptionally positive attitudes to learning. They are extremely aspirational for themselves and ambitious for those around them" ISI Report 2023
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“This school doesn’t attract the kind of parents who want bling – instead, it invests in substance and puts the needs of the children up front. The staff and students we met were absolutely the kind of people you’d want to be stuck in a lift with - - fun, friendly, honest, polite and purposeful” Talk Education
Godolphin fosters an environment of excellence, empowering each student to discover their talents, develop their perspective and realise their own potential. We firmly believe in diversity and inclusivity, encouraging independence of thought, community spirit and respect for all. Compassion and kindness are key values that we embed within the School, creating a culture of altruism and empathy.
With national success in music, sport, art and technology, Godolphin has a wide-ranging curriculum and students can develop their sporting, artistic and academic skills from age 3-18. Scholarships are offered at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry.
Our curriculum offers rigour, breadth, and challenge. Combining traditional and modern subjects, our senior curriculum is designed and tailored to age, ability, and aptitude. Our scholarship programme, Inspiring Bright Minds, challenges our most academically able students and our excellent SEN provision nurtures and supports students to achieve of their best.
We place huge value on physical education, providing a broad spectrum of engaging and inspiring activities to encourage participation. We recognise the positive impact sport has on the happiness and wellbeing of students.
Our co-curricular activities are vital to supporting the academic and pastoral objectives that prepare students for adult life. In addition to the traditional programmes such as Combined Cadet Force, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and Leiths School of Food and Wine, we offer many opportunities for students to discover their abilities, learn life skills and build confidence.
Godolphin is a strong community and is committed to providing the best possible pastoral care. Boarders and day students live together in the same houses which engenders a genuine sense of belonging.
Looking ahead, Godolphin embraces plans to offer co-education in Godolphin Prep by 2024 and Godolphin in 2025, maintaining our unwavering commitment to preparing students for life’s challenges and empowering them to leave a lasting impact on the world.
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