Head of Religious Studies

Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (11-18), Thurrock

Start Date: September 2025 – earlier start date possible for the right candidate

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.

In 2025, our 20th anniversary year, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools in our Federation. We now consist of seven academies:

Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney

Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock

Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHA) primary, Thurrock

Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney

Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock

Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney

The Humanities Learning Area includes the subjects of History, Geography, Religious Studies and Psychology. Humanities is a highly regarded, and key, Learning Area at Mossbourne Fobbing Academy; where students achieve excellent results, particularly in History and Psychology. Every student will take GCSEs in History and Religious Studies; therefore, Religious Studies is a key subject for us and an area for exciting growth. The Head of Learning Area oversees the management of all staff as well as curriculum and discipline issues within all the Humanities subjects. In addition, we have teachers in charge of Religious Studies, History and Geography.

The successful applicant will be passionate about Religious Studies. They will be well organised and willing to go the ‘extra mile’ and will be focused on the attainment of all pupils. They will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or have a proven track record of successful Religious Studies teaching across all key stages.

Working for the Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

View job description here: HoD RS JD February 2025

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We have committed to becoming an Anti-Racist organisation and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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