Head of RE

BOLTON ST CATHERINE'S ACADEMY

HEAD OF RE

L6-L10 (£56,316- £62,202)

1.0 FTE

PERMENANT CONTRACT

REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2025

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Head of RE to join us in September. This is an exciting time to be part of our journey, as we have significantly increased RE provision within our curriculum and are committed to offering all KS4 pupils the opportunity to achieve an RE qualification.

We are looking for an inspiring leader who will shape and drive this vision, working with a new team to give RE the prominence it deserves in our Church of England Academy. You will be a dynamic teacher who engages both students and colleagues, fostering a love for the subject. Ideally, you will have experience mentoring others or a strong desire to support and develop fellow professionals.

Subject knowledge is essential, and we have ambitious plans to enhance our pupils' spiritual journey with us. If this excites or inspires you, we would love to welcome you for a visit or a conversation about the role.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE LEADER WHO:

·       Loves RE and inspires that same love in pupils and staff alike.

·       Has a proven track record of achieving results in GCSE RE and can lead others through their first GCSE cohorts.

·       Demonstrates a strong moral purpose, recognising the potential to make a life-changing impact on our pupils.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE SOMEBODY WHO:

• Is a great team player, friendly and professional.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and be able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff.
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues.
• Will enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best.
• Has previous experience of working with children aged 11 -16 in an education setting.
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
• Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.

IN RETURN WE OFFER:

·       A supportive and encouraging staff team.

·       A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs.

·       24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

·       Fantastic facilities.

·       A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

For more information visit our website www.boltonstcatherinesacademy.org.uk or contact our Business Operations Team on 01204 332553 or by emailing hr@boltonstcatherinesacademy.org.uk

To apply please complete the application form via the link.

Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 21st March 2025 - 9.00am

INTERVIEWS: TBC