Head of Religious Education
| Posting date: | 19 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 January 2026 |
| Location: | Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 6LH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0f667c06-2977-45f6-8900-fd66ab7a06c1 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
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.
About the Role
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.
What the school offers its staff
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
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential counselling and mental health support
• 24/7 GP Service: Instant medical advice, virtual appointments, and prescriptions
• Professional Development: Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• Vivup Discounts: High-street savings and lifestyle benefits
• Pension Scheme: Excellent pension provision
• Learning Days: Access to inspirational external speakers and networking opportunities
• Staff Recognition: Annual awards celebrating outstanding contribution and performance
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
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.
About the Role
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.
What the school offers its staff
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
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential counselling and mental health support
• 24/7 GP Service: Instant medical advice, virtual appointments, and prescriptions
• Professional Development: Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• Vivup Discounts: High-street savings and lifestyle benefits
• Pension Scheme: Excellent pension provision
• Learning Days: Access to inspirational external speakers and networking opportunities
• Staff Recognition: Annual awards celebrating outstanding contribution and performance
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.