Head of Religious Studies - Independent School - Full time but can consider 4 days
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive Independent School Pay Scale + Responsibility Allowances
A prestigious independent school in Surrey is seeking a Head of Religious Studies to work 4 days a week and to lead and develop its thriving RS department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to step into a leadership role at a school known for its academic excellence, strong community ethos, and outstanding facilities.
The Role:
As Head of Religious Studies, you will:
Lead the RS department, ensuring the delivery of an engaging and high-quality GCSE Religious Studies curriculum (AQA B: Catholic Christianity & Judaism)
Oversee the teaching of RE from Year 4 through to GCSE
Develop and implement curriculum improvements, assessments, and staff development initiatives
Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Chaplain to enhance the school's spiritual life and pastoral care
Play a key role in recruiting, mentoring, and managing RE teachers and departmental staffThe Ideal Candidate:
A passionate and experienced Religious Education teacher with a track record of outstanding teaching and curriculum leadership
Experience teaching AQA GCSE Religious Studies (or equivalent)
A dynamic leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong administrative and organisational skills, with experience managing budgets ...