Head of Religious Education

Join Our Team at Mayfield School – Make a Difference Every Day

Thank you for your interest in joining Mayfield School, a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning community. We are committed to excellence and innovation, and we are seeking an outstanding Subject Leader to help drive continued improvement and raise standards across the school.

Are you:

• Looking for a school that invests in your professional growth?

• Seeking a collaborative and supportive environment where excellent teaching is valued and developed?

• Passionate about teamwork, collaboration, and improving students' life chances?

• Committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people?

If so – Mayfield School is the right place for you.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly effective teacher who is ready to take the next step into leadership or further develop their leadership experience. As Subject Leader, you will play a pivotal role in driving high-quality teaching and learning, improving student outcomes, and leading a successful subject team.

You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and, where applicable, the Faculty Leader to ensure all students make strong and sustained progress.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage a subject team to deliver high-quality teaching and learning

• Use data effectively to drive improvement and ensure strong outcomes for all students

• Coach, mentor, and support colleagues to continually improve their practice

• Contribute to whole-school improvement priorities and middle leadership initiatives

• Ensure high standards of behaviour, engagement, and achievement across the subject

• Engage with parents, SLT, and other stakeholders to support student success

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for their subject

• Has experience of leading, or the clear potential to lead, and inspire others

• Has strong subject knowledge and a secure understanding of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment

• Is committed to inclusive education and ensuring success for all students

• Is reflective, resilient, and committed to continuous professional development

• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students

At Mayfield, we are united by our mission to prepare children for the best possible life.

Important Notes:

• We do not accept CVs.

• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

To learn more about our school, please visit our website.