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Head of Religious Education and Social Sciences. Location: Rainham, Essex. Salary: £39,370-£57,654 + TLR 2, £1,500 Harris Allowance. Contract: Full-time, Permanent. Lead the Conversation. Shape the Future. Are you a visionary educator with a passion for Religious Education, Psychology, or Sociology? Are you ready to step into a leadership role where subjects are 'front and centre' of the pedagogical approach? We are seeking an inspirational and experienced teacher to lead our RE and Social Science Department. This is a pivotal middle-management position that involves driving academic excellence across GCSE and our expanding Sixth Form provision, including the line management of Law. As the Head of Department, you won't just be managing a curriculum; you will be curating a knowledge-rich experience that enables students to see the world differently. We want a leader who combines academic rigor with empathetic leadership. Join a school where values aren't slogans-they are lived. We operate with a 'firm but fair' approach to behaviour, rooted in consistent routines that allow teachers to teach and students to learn. Our leadership team values honest conversations, admits mistakes, and welcomes diverse opinions. We are a staff united by a fierce determination to show our students the world beyond the local horizon.
Job Responsibility:
Lead & Innovate: Formulate faculty improvement plans and develop high-quality syllabuses and schemes of work
Drive Achievement: Be accountable for student attainment, using data-driven insights to raise standards and monitor progress
Mentor & Manage: Build and motivate a team of dedicated staff, acting as a role model for outstanding teaching and learning
Bridge the Gap: Use expertise to tackle educational disadvantage, ensuring every student achieves their individual potential
Requirements:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
relevant undergraduate degree
proven track record of successful GCSE teaching with 'good or better' outcomes
experience in managing change and raising achievement levels
deep knowledge of current curriculum developments and educational research
ability to build professional relationships with students and staff