Curriculum Leader for Religious Education

Formby High School, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 3HW

19 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 to £51,048
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2b - £5,870

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an dynamic, talented and committed leader who is passionate about delivering outstanding religious education and determined to use it to inform and empower young people. The successful candidate will:

- be an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for student achievement and behaviour;

- demonstrate the ability to form positive, constructive relationships with students, colleagues and families;

- be flexible, proactive and able to contribute effectively to a strong team;

- communicate clearly and confidently;

- be self‑motivated, well‑organised and able to manage their workload efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who is eager to make a real impact and contribute to the continued growth and success of our school.

What the school offers its staff

Joining Formby High School means becoming part of a supportive, forward‑thinking and ambitious community. We are proud to offer:

a warm, welcoming and highly supportive staff team;

motivated, respectful and engaged students who enjoy learning;

a positive, inclusive school culture built on mutual respect and aspiration;

a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development;

excellent transport links to Liverpool, Preston and Manchester.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Formby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. The successful applicant will need to be DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checked to Enhanced level and personal details will be cross-referenced in line with the school’s Safeguarding Policy. We also carry out online checks on shortlisted candidates in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

CL for RAVE JD Mar 2026 v1.pdf - 81.1 KB (opens in new tab)

CL for Religious Ed PS Mar 2026.pdf - 53.1 KB (opens in new tab)

Curriculum Leader for RAVE Recruitment Pack Mar 2026.pdf - 3.74 MB (opens in new tab)

About Formby High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1103 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Formby High School website
• Email address: k.rhymes@formbyhighschool.com
• Phone number: 01704 873100
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/formby-high-school-liverpool

About Formby High School


Formby High School is a heavily oversubscribed 11–18 comprehensive academy with 1,150 students, including a thriving Sixth Form of over 250. We are a school with a strong reputation for inclusion and academic success, a clear vision and a vibrant culture rooted in the school motto 'determined to achieve'.

A Strong and Successful School


Our most recent Ofsted inspection (November 2022) judged Formby High School to be Good in all areas, praising students who are “inspired to succeed” and “proud to attend their school”. Academic outcomes are consistently excellent, with the vast majority of students achieving strong GCSE  and A-Level results and progressing to high quality destinations.


We are proud to have been recognised regionally and nationally for our achievements in inclusion, the arts and sport, including being named Tes ‘Inclusive School of the Year’ (2023).

Our Community and Culture


Our community is the heart of the school:

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  engaged, respectful and aspirational students who work hard and want to succeed;


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  supportive parents and Trustees committed to our shared vision.


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  High performing, collaborative staff who bring expertise, passion and a dedication to achieving the best outcomes for our young people.

We believe in nurturing every student’s talent. Our curriculum is broad, ambitious and taught by subject specialists who bring both knowledge and enthusiasm to their teaching. Our extensive extracurricular offer (FHSxtra), including performing arts, competitive sport, Duke of Edinburgh, community projects and a wide range of educational visits, helps students develop confidence, character and curiosity.

Professional Growth and Development


We invest heavily in staff development, offering:

• High quality internal CPD led by expert practitioners;


• visiting specialists and leadership development pathways;


• strong support for ECTs and trainee teachers;


• opportunities to contribute to whole school initiatives and curriculum innovation.

Staff at Formby High School are supported, trusted and encouraged to grow. Ambition is valued, collaboration is expected and professional fulfilment is central to our culture.

Our Environment


Situated in the leafy surroundings of Formby, our campus blends traditional buildings with modern, specialist facilities—including a purpose built Sixth Form Centre, well-resourced creative arts spaces, refurbished sports and dining facilities, and continually updated ICT provision. We benefit from excellent transport links, with rail, bus and motorway access making the school easily commutable from Liverpool, Southport, Preston and Manchester.

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