Philosophy, Religion & Ethics - Head of Department
6 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
21 January 2025 at 9am
Date listed
6 January 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
Subjects
- Philosophy, Religious education
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3 (£33,075 - 50,471) + TLR 1.1 (£9,782)
Additional allowances
TLR 1.1 £9,782 for Head of Department role
What skills and experience we're looking for
WATFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL FOR BOYS
A leading UK State School for boys aged 11-18 with a national reputation for academic excellence
'An outstanding school' - OFSTED 2021
Required for September 2025
Head of Philosophy, Religion & Ethics (TLR 1.1 £9,782)
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, well qualified PRE specialist to lead a dynamic department which is popular with large numbers choosing to study PRE at GCSE and A level. Examination results are excellent and the subject enjoys a high status within the school. This role also involves responsibility for the provision of religious education for all students in each key stage as part of our core PRE provision. In addition, the postholder has a responsibility for leading with respect to the school’s designation as an Academy with a religious character (CoE).
For a successful candidate with PGCE credits, we are able to support the completion of an MA. Accommodation at a very competitive rate may be available. Our admissions policy prioritises children of staff.
Further information is available on our website at https://www.watfordboys.org/48/job-vacancies. Completed application forms to Ian Cooksey, Headmaster, head@watfordboys.org. The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS Check. The closing date for applications is 9am Tuesday 21 January.
What the school offers its staff
We are always seeking to improve staff wellbeing: Low academic curriculum contact time (80%) An admissions policy that prioritises children of staff Flexible approach to leave Increased holiday through disaggregation of INSET days Governors' contribution of £1,500 to staff common room Free biscuits, tea/coffee and milk Dining allowance for parents' evenings and INSETS Free flu jabs Cycle Scheme, free use of gym, free counselling service, free yoga sessions Cover supervisors and external invigilators employed Subsidised staff accommodation next to the school
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS Check
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to head@watfordboys.org
CVs are not accepted.
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About Watford Grammar School for Boys
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1557 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- brownc@watfordboys.org
- Phone number
- 01923 208900
A leading, partially selective UK State School for boys aged 11-18, with an enviable national reputation for academic achievement and excellence across a broad range of sporting, musical and artistic pursuits. Expanding from 7 to 8 form entry from 2018. Outstanding Ofsted - October 2021
Arranging a visit to Watford Grammar School for Boys
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email brownc@watfordboys.org.
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