Head of Religious Education

Location

PENWORTHAM GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
Cop Lane , Penwortham , Preston , Lancashire , PR1 0SR
Tel: 01772 743399
School website: www.penworthamgirls.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 800

Information

The Governors wish to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner to lead our outstanding RE Department. The successful applicant will be joining a strong Religious Education department and will additionally deliver Life Skills (PSHE).

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people. Religious Education is a central part of our curriculum, and as Ofsted noted, "Diversity is celebrated well. Pupils relish the opportunities to learn about cultural traditions and different faiths."

This post is suitable for a well-qualified, enthusiastic and passionate teacher of Religious Education and PSHE, including NQTs. The department has a strong track record of achieving outstanding GCSE results.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note that this vacancy closes at No Later than 4pm on 03/03/2025
More Information can be found at http://www.penworthamgirls.lancs.sch.uk/

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mr Steven Herbert, Associate Assistant Headteacher

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form and further details attached to this advert or available from the school website. Completed application forms with covering letter should be returned to the school marked FAO Business Manager bursar@penworthamgirls.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.