Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics

Idsall School, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8PD

61 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  April 2026

• Closing date

  12 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 32,916.00 - 45,351.00

Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics job summary

Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics

 

Are you a passionate and inspirational teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics with excellent subject knowledge and the desire and commitment to raise the achievement of pupils at all levels?

 

Are you dedicated to delivering consistently high quality teaching and learning to ensure all students make academic progress.

 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Philosophy, Religion and Ethics teacher with a passion for excellence and innovation in teaching.

 

MPR/UPR + TLR 2a (£3,389)

1.0 FTE

Permanent

Required for Easter 2026

 

To be successful you will need to:

 

·          Be able to teach Philosophy, Religion and Ethics across the whole ability range in KS3, KS4 and KS5. 

 

·        Have skills in communication, collaboration, listening, adaptability, empathy, and patience

 

·        Possess outstanding teaching ability

 

·        Think creatively to anticipate and solve problems

 

·        Embody the values of ‘Achievement through Caring’

 

·        Have high expectations of yourself and be a role model to others

 

·        Play a pivotal part in the Philosophy, Religion and Ethics Department

 

Key Responsibilities:

·        To support the Headteacher and SLT in meeting whole school priorities and realising the Academy’s shared vision.

·        To take responsibility for the quality of teaching and learning in the subject area.

·        To provide the strategic direction for the subject area to raise standards and secure continuous improvement across the whole department.

·        To provide leadership and management for the delivery of the subject.

·        To ensure the efficient and effective use of staff and resources for the subject area.

·        Support and promote strong positive working relationships, deploying staff appropriately.

Why this Philosophy, Religion and Ethics role above others?

This is an excellent opportunity to lead the Philosophy, Religion and Ethics team who work collaboratively, offering support and guidance to each other. You will be able to thrive as a teacher and embrace the difference you can make with a positive and hardworking ethos, with a school team who go above and beyond to ensure all students achieve.

As part of the Marches Academy Trust our leaders have opportunities to engage with staff across the Trust to support and collaborate with peers and colleagues in sharing the expertise across our family of schools.

 

We offer:

·        A varied day with different experiences and challenges.

·        Excellent professional learning and support at every stage in your career, with opportunity for continued personal development through our Talent Pathway.

·        Career development opportunities including funded NPQ qualifications.

·        An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents and governors.

·        A core belief in staff wellbeing and work life balance for all

·        Benefits including funded counselling, physiotherapy and GP and other medical support

 

The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are committed to building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates who share this commitment.

 

Further details about this vacancy and an application form are available on the school website. (Please note we do not accept CV’s).

 

If you have any other queries please email, Mrs L Pinchin, PA to the Headteacher on admin@ids.mmat.co.uk

 

Closing date for applications is midday on Monday 12^th January 2026.

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

 

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Idsall School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1170 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Idsall School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/idsall-school

Idsall is a large successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with over 1,300 students. The school occupies extensive and attractive grounds on the edge of the market town of Shifnal bordering on open countryside.

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