Head of Religious Studies or Religious Studies Teacher
| Posting date: | 10 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, Devon, PL4 7PG |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 067fb0ea-ea98-496d-825d-9efa63ed151e |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for either a Head of Department or a talented teacher to take our Religious Studies department to the next level.
ARE you ‘hungry, humble and smart’? Do you want to transform lives?
Would you like to work at the highest performing non-selective secondary school in Plymouth?
Lipson Co‑operative Academy is a vibrant, community-focused school built on the values of People, Quality, Achievement. Guided by our P.E.R.K. values—Prepared, Engaged, Respectful, Kind—we foster an environment where students and staff thrive. At Lipson, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where students are happy and love coming to school, while also achieving success. Our staff feel valued and cherished, yet continually challenged to improve their teaching practice through a region leading coaching programme.
“100% of staff would recommend Lipson as a good place to work”, Edurio staff survey December 2025
We are seeking an inspiring Head of Religious Studies or Religious Studies Teacher to join our team. You will:
• Deliver high quality RS lessons across KS3–KS5
• Promote critical thinking, respect, and inclusivity
• Support students’ moral and spiritual development
You’ll need to share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community and willing to contribute to enrichment activities. You will need to be relentless, positive and kind, and prepared to teach ‘The Lipson Way’.
What the school offers its staff
What we have to offer
• A supportive, welcoming environment in a school that 100% of staff said they would recommend as a good place to work in a recent staff survey!
• Opportunities for professional growth
• A very attractive salary for the right candidate, reflective of drive, passion, experience and track record of delivering results
• A culture of respect, excellence, and belonging
• Outstanding wellbeing package
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are looking for either a Head of Department or a talented teacher to take our Religious Studies department to the next level.
ARE you ‘hungry, humble and smart’? Do you want to transform lives?
Would you like to work at the highest performing non-selective secondary school in Plymouth?
Lipson Co‑operative Academy is a vibrant, community-focused school built on the values of People, Quality, Achievement. Guided by our P.E.R.K. values—Prepared, Engaged, Respectful, Kind—we foster an environment where students and staff thrive. At Lipson, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where students are happy and love coming to school, while also achieving success. Our staff feel valued and cherished, yet continually challenged to improve their teaching practice through a region leading coaching programme.
“100% of staff would recommend Lipson as a good place to work”, Edurio staff survey December 2025
We are seeking an inspiring Head of Religious Studies or Religious Studies Teacher to join our team. You will:
• Deliver high quality RS lessons across KS3–KS5
• Promote critical thinking, respect, and inclusivity
• Support students’ moral and spiritual development
You’ll need to share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community and willing to contribute to enrichment activities. You will need to be relentless, positive and kind, and prepared to teach ‘The Lipson Way’.
What the school offers its staff
What we have to offer
• A supportive, welcoming environment in a school that 100% of staff said they would recommend as a good place to work in a recent staff survey!
• Opportunities for professional growth
• A very attractive salary for the right candidate, reflective of drive, passion, experience and track record of delivering results
• A culture of respect, excellence, and belonging
• Outstanding wellbeing package
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.