Teacher of Religious Studies

• Contract: Full-time (part time for the right candidate) 
• Salary: £34,100 - £49,164 full-time equivalent (dependent on experience)   

We are in search of a dedicated classroom practitioner with a passion for religious studies across all levels to join a dynamic and committed team of subject specialists. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that challenge and inspire students. Your role will involve expert teaching which fosters a positive learning environment, whilst building students' confidence, and maintaining strong working relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.  

Religious Studies is a well-received and compulsory GCSE and is also popular A level option choice at GSAL. At GCSE level, we begin the course in year 9 and follow the AQA specification A syllabus focussing on Christianity and Judaism whilst covering four ethical themes. At A level we follow the OCR syllabus, focussing on the philosophy of religion, ethics and developments in Christian thought. Results within the development are excellent with over 76% of students achieving grades 9 to 7 at GCSE and 95% of students achieving A*-B at A level in 2023. At KS3, we follow thematic schemes of work focusing on the nature of symbolism in religion, Jesus, ethical frameworks, the philosophy of religion, and beliefs in Hinduism and Islam and how these beliefs influence behaviour.  

The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge in Religious Studies and enthusiasm for education.  This individual will be pivotal in promoting excellent examination results through their committed and dynamic involvement within the department. Candidates should have  the ability to  inspire students in  the subject and promote positive relationships across the full senior school spectrum (ages 11-18).  The capability to  teach another subject at Key Stage 3 would be beneficial but not essential This role would suita team player who is dedicated to the holistic development of our students, both academically and in their personal growth. 

The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is one of the leading schools in the north and traces its history back to 1552. In the last five years GSAL Senior School has twice been named North Independent School of the Year, and North Independent School of the Decade in the Sunday Times Parent Power League Table. The school aims to inspire all members of our community and to instill values of responsibility, respect and resilience in all of our pupils.   

We value our team and offer a wide range of benefits including:    

• Enhanced school holidays (approximately 16 weeks)  
• Significant discount on school fees   
• Childcare provided for staff’s children during school INSET days (from the age of 3 up to age 11)      
• DC pension scheme with 0% employee contribution and 21% employer contribution plus 4x basic salary life insurance   
• Training and CPD available including five inset days per academic year    
• Staff lunches: three courses for £1 available during school lunchtimes plus access to free tea, coffee and hot chocolate machines   
• Access to our 24/7 GP provider, Health hero     
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme well-being app, Vivup, offering telephone counselling, financial and legal advice plus 6-8 face-to-face counselling sessions   
• Staff discounts through multiple providers, including Vivup, discounts for teachers and Extras   
• Beautiful lunch time walking routes around our 100 acre site   
• Onsite gym and swimming pool available for staff use within set times as well as staff classes such as Pilates, meditation, kettlebells, spinning and bootcamps   
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle to work       
• Free car parking available on site     
• Use of the school’s extensive library facility   
• Generous leave of absence scheme to support our employees when they need it     
• Opportunity to be involved in extracurricular activities such as the staff pantomime, well-being committee or volunteer for community events   

How to Apply:   

Complete the online GSAL application form. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application. For any inquiries about the vacancy, feel free to contact vacancies@gsal.org.uk  

More information about the role and responsibilities are contained in the job description and person specification attached in the documents section on our website advert. Please note we cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest. A tour is provided as part of the interviewing process.   

The closing date for applications is: Friday 03 May 9am  

Interview date: Friday 10 May