Head of Department Religious Education & PSHE

Job Overview Join us in providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences for our pupils. We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Huish Episcopi Academy as Head of Department for RE & PSHE. You will have a highly visible role in upholding the highest standards of teaching, learning, and achievement. We are looking for candidates who will make a substantial impact on the lives of our students, school, and wider community. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and organised, with the leadership skills to excel as Head of RE & PSHE What We Can Offer:

• We pay an average of 5% above national scales - among the best rates in the sector.
• A health cash plan covering essential medical treatments.
• A staff discount scheme for supermarket shopping, gym memberships, holidays, and more.
• Eight INSET days per year (including an extra planning day each term).
• One paid personal day per year, for use at your discretion.
• High-quality training and career development at every stage.
• A bespoke development plan tailored to your career aspirations.
• Access to a well-structured curriculum with excellent resources.
• Part-time working considered.
• A disruption-free learning environment with a 'warm-strict' behaviour system.
• A feedback-focused policy, reducing the need for onerous marking.
• Opportunities for professional progression, including our Lead Practitioner route and pathways to middle and senior leadership.
• The chance to work with Trust Subject Advisors, access an established curriculum, and network with subject leaders across the Trust.
• A beautiful location in rural Somerset.
About You: We are looking for:
• A highly effective leader with strong subject knowledge and a proven track record of outstanding teaching and learning.
• A determined and resilient professional who sees plans through to completion and maintains high standards.
• Someone who firmly believes in the potential of all students-regardless of their starting point, background, or needs.
• A teacher who is up to date with the latest curriculum developments and eager to drive progress in RE and PSHE.
We warmly welcome visits and would love to show you around our Academy so you can appreciate our excellent learning environment. Huish Episcopi Academy is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Note: We reserve the right to interview and appoint a strong candidate before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

Join us in providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences for our pupils. We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Huish Episcopi Academy as Head of Department for RE & PSHE. You will have a highly visible role in upholding the highest standards of teaching, learning, and achievement. We are looking for candidates who will make a substantial impact on the lives of our students, school, and wider community. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and organised, with the leadership skills to excel as Head of RE & PSHE, We are looking for:
• A highly effective leader with strong subject knowledge and a proven track record of outstanding teaching and learning.
• A determined and resilient professional who sees plans through to completion and maintains high standards.
• Someone who firmly believes in the potential of all students-regardless of their starting point, background, or needs.
• A teacher who is up to date with the latest curriculum developments and eager to drive progress in RE and PSHE.
We warmly welcome visits and would love to show you around our Academy so you can appreciate our excellent learning environment.


• We pay an average of 5% above national scales - among the best rates in the sector.
• A health cash plan covering essential medical treatments.
• A staff discount scheme for supermarket shopping, gym memberships, holidays, and more.
• Eight INSET days per year (including an extra planning day each term).
• One paid personal day per year, for use at your discretion.
• High-quality training and career development at every stage.
• A bespoke development plan tailored to your career aspirations.
• Access to a well-structured curriculum with excellent resources.
• Part-time working considered.
• A disruption-free learning environment with a 'warm-strict' behaviour system.
• A feedback-focused policy, reducing the need for onerous marking.
• Opportunities for professional progression, including our Lead Practitioner route and pathways to middle and senior leadership.
• The chance to work with Trust Subject Advisors, access an established curriculum, and network with subject leaders across the Trust.
• A beautiful location in rural Somerset.