Head of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics

Bablake Senior School Permanent / Full-time Required for September 2025

Bablake is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents and alumni.

The Head of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics (RPE) will oversee a vibrant, dynamic and successful department that teaches RPE to A-Level. An outstanding classroom practitioner, the successful candidate will inspire pupils and colleagues alike with their passion for RPE and will champion their department within and beyond the school. A strategic thinker, they will contribute actively to heads of department meetings and to wider discussions about the development of the school and, in due course, they are likely to aspire to a senior leadership role. Effective relationships at all levels are key to this role, as is the ability to lead, manage and coach others so that they fulfil their potential, whether as a pupil or as a teacher.

The candidate must possess a genuine commitment to making a positive contribution to the school, be a proud ambassador for RPE and promote the highest standards of subject teaching amongst the department. They must be able to teach RPE to A level and support Sixth Form students applying for RPE and related courses at university, including Oxford and Cambridge.

Competitive Salary, attractive defined contribution pension scheme, free lunches, school fee discount, cycle to work scheme and free access to gym and swimming facilities.

Bablake School is strongly committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to create a welcoming, respectful and safe environment for all members of our community, from every ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability/disability, religion and background. We know that more diverse teams are stronger teams, and that the more inclusive we are, the more our staff and pupils will feel a sense of belonging and will thrive. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process.

Bablake School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and overseas police check if necessary. Candidates from overseas must provide information about their past conduct, for example, by providing documents issued by overseas teaching authorities.

To apply please complete all sections of the online application form via our recruitment portal, including the supporting statement and providing 2 references, no later than 1st June 2025. For further information, please contact, recruitment@csfoundation.org.uk

Applications will be considered as they are received up until the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.