Head of Religious Education

The Holy Family Catholic School is seeking an inspiring, strategic, and student-centred Head of Religious Education. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and motivated teacher to shape a dynamic curriculum and ensure exceptional outcomes for all students. This role requires applicants to be a practising and committed catholic.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged with Michelle Clare on mclare@holyfamilyschool.uk.

Contract packs are also available from the school office: office@holyfamilyschool.uk or 01535 210212

As Head of Religious Education, you will play a pivotal role in driving high standards of teaching and learning across the subject. You will lead a committed team, ensuring high-quality curriculum design, effective assessment, and excellent progress for all learners.

You will be responsible for: Providing strategic direction for the Religious Education curriculum, ensuring it is ambitious, inclusive, and designed to inspire. Monitoring standards across the faculty and intervening effectively to secure strong student outcomes. Leading on curriculum planning, sequencing, assessment, and the consistent implementation of high-quality teaching practices. Supporting and developing staff through CPD, appraisal, feedback, and collaborative working. Managing resources effectively, ensuring a safe, stimulating learning environment and value for money across the budget. Promoting Religious Education across the school, including its relevance to future careers and students’ wider development.

We Are Looking for Someone Who: Is a practising committed Catholic Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for their specialist subject. Has the vision and leadership skills to develop a forward-thinking curriculum. Can inspire staff and students alike, building positive relationships and modelling professional excellence. Is committed to inclusive education and meeting the needs of all learners, including disadvantaged and SEND students. Demonstrates emotional resilience, integrity, and a strong alignment with our Catholic ethos.

Why Join Us? The Holy Family Catholic School, part of The Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust, serves Keighley and surrounding villages in a beautiful rural setting. We offer: Excellent career development opportunities Whole-school leadership experiences A supportive, friendly, and enthusiastic staff team