Head of RE

Mayfield School, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 1XE

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  29 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time: Full Time Teacher
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Scale Teacher/UPS Outer London
• Additional allowances:

  TLR

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for their subject
• Has experience of leading, or the clear potential to lead, and inspire others
• Has strong subject knowledge and a secure understanding of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment
• Is committed to inclusive education and ensuring success for all students
• Is reflective, resilient, and committed to continuous professional development
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students

What the school offers its staff

Are you:

• Looking for a school that invests in your professional growth?
• Seeking a collaborative and supportive environment where excellent teaching is valued and developed?
• Passionate about teamwork, collaboration, and improving students' life chances?
• Committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people?

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every young person can thrive. Our core values Curiosity, Integrity, and Contribution guide our school community, encouraging students to explore new ideas, act with honesty and respect, and contribute positively to society. We expect all staff, governors, and volunteers to share this commitment to safeguarding. Staff are required to uphold the highest professional standards, actively promoting the wellbeing and safety of all students.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

PS - Subject Leader (Spring 26).pdf - 252 KB (opens in new tab)

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (25).pdf - 486 KB (opens in new tab)

JD - Subject Teacher (Spring 2026).pdf - 192 KB (opens in new tab)

About Mayfield School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1845 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Mayfield School website
• Email address: pollardb@mayfieldschool.net
• Phone number: 02082157760
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mayfield-school-dagenham

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Arranging a visit to Mayfield School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email pollardb@mayfieldschool.net.

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