Head of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics & Character Development

Head of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics & Character Development Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Contract: Full-Time - Permanent or Temp-to-Perm Salary: £32,916 - £51,047 + TLR 2B Start: September 2026 Closing Date: 12th April 2026 Interview Week: W/C 24th April 2026 About the Role We are seeking an exceptional Head of Religion, Philosophy & Ethics (RPE) & Character Development to lead a core subject area and support whole-school character education. This distinctive role blends academic leadership with strategic influence on personal development programmes across the school. Key Responsibilities - Lead the RPE curriculum and delivery of RPE at all key stages. - Shape and embed the school's character education framework. - Develop meaningful enrichment, tutor time and ethical reasoning opportunities. - Mentor RPE staff and build a high-performing department. - Contribute to wider school strategy, culture and values implementation. Requirements - Deep subject knowledge in RPE with excellent teaching practice. - Vision for character development integrated across school life. - Leadership skills with ability to build culture and coach colleagues. - Passion for inclusive education and student personal growth. How to Apply Apply via this website or for more information call Ginny or Maria on (phone number removed). Perm and temp-to-perm applications encouraged. Relevant searches: Head of RPE, Character Education Lead, Religion Philosophy Ethics Lead, Curriculum and Character Development, Secondary RPE Teacher, Permanent or Temp-to-Perm Role, Education Leadership Job