Lead Teacher of Religious Studies/Ethics

LEAD TEACHER OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES/ETHICS

SALARY: INNER LONDON MPS/UPS

£40,317 - £62,496 per annum

TLR 2A - £3,525 per annum

REQUIRED: September 2026

The Headteacher and Governors of Hammersmith Academy Trust invite applications from exceptional candidates for the role of Lead Teacher of Religious Studies/Ethics. We are looking for a dynamic and well-qualified specialist who is dedicated to achieving high standards and nurturing each student's potential.

About Hammersmith Academy

What We Offer:

• Professional Growth: This role provides an excellent opportunity for personal and professional development, including curriculum and pastoral leadership, with potential for academy-wide responsibilities.
• Inspirational Environment: Our academy has been recognised by Ofsted in January 2026 as a highly inclusive and aspirational school, where leaders feel morally bound to serve their community and staff feel valued and empowered and are overwhelmingly positive about how the school is led.
• Collaborative Culture: Our subject leaders work collaboratively to design a curriculum that integrates essential ideas and concepts, fostering a rich learning environment.

What We Seek:

• Visionary Leadership: You will be an outstanding leader with high expectations, capable of motivating students and staff to achieve exceptional standards. Your innovative approach will cultivate a love of learning and success.
• Student-Centric Approach: You should be committed to engaging, stretching, supporting, and challenging all learners, accurately assessing their progress and ensuring their maximum achievement.
• Inclusive Ethos: A dedicated teacher who believes in providing an outstanding education for all students, supporting our inclusive ethos, and creating opportunities for all to excel.

Our Commitment to Wellbeing:

We prioritise staff wellbeing through a supportive school community. Our vision is to create an environment characterised by caring relationships and meaningful engagement, promoting health and wellbeing for all.

Are You the Right Fit?

• Are you a highly motivated and outstanding classroom practitioner with a strong presence?
• Do you have a passionate belief in the potential for all students to succeed?
• Are you a conscientious and enthusiastic team player ready to lead a vibrant department?

If you are ready to share our passion and ambition for providing an excellent education, we look forward to hearing from you.

Closing Date: Monday, 13th April 2026 - 9.00am

Additional Information

All applications will be acknowledged by email. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Commitment to Diversity and Safeguarding

Hammersmith Academy is committed to building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership status.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please refer to the Ministry of Justice's guidance on the ROA and the DBS filtering guide.

In line with DfE recommendations in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This will help us identify any issues or incidents that are publicly available online, which we may explore with you at interview.