Head of Religious Education
This role is a maternity cover position and will continue until the substantive post-holder returns from leave. While the exact end date is not yet confirmed, it is expected to be within the 2025–26 academic year. Adequate notice will be provided.
Location: Oasis Academy Brightstowe, Shirehampton
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Closing Date: 20th May 2025 (noon)
Interview Date: 22nd May 2025
Contract: Full-time, Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover)
Salary: MPS 1–6 UPS 1-3 TRL2A
Are you an outstanding leader in Religious Education looking for a rewarding short-term opportunity?
Do you have the vision to inspire students and lead a successful RE department within a dynamic Humanities faculty?
Oasis Academy Brightstowe is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Head of Religious Education to join us on a maternity cover basis starting September 2025.
The Role
We are looking for an exceptional teacher and leader to take on the role of Head of Religious Education (Maternity Cover). This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful impact during the 2025–26 academic year. You will:
- Lead and manage the Religious Education department, maintaining high standards and continuity during the maternity leave period.
- Teach RE across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering deep understanding of worldviews, ethics, and belief systems.
- Contribute to the wider Humanities faculty, supporting interdisciplinary projects and shared planning.
- Engage in whole-school life and support the Academy’s inclusive, values-led culture.
The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has strong subject knowledge and experience teaching Religious Education.
- Can take on departmental leadership, even in a temporary role, and maintain high expectations.
- Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a commitment to inclusive and reflective teaching.
- Can collaborate with Humanities colleagues and contribute to a cohesive faculty vision.
- Brings creativity, compassion, and professionalism to all aspects of school life.
- Is aligned with the Oasis ethos of equity, inclusion, and high aspirations.
What We Offer
- At Oasis Academy Brightstowe, you’ll be joining a welcoming and well-resourced school community. As part of the Oasis Community Learning Trust, we provide:
- A supportive Humanities team and well-established RE curriculum.
- Off-site PPA time to support planning and wellbeing.
- An iPad for every staff member and student, with access to high-quality EdTech.
- A feedback and assessment model designed to reduce workload and maximise impact.
- Opportunities to lead extracurricular activities and community engagement.
- A centralised behaviour system to support effective teaching.
- Health Shield Cash Plan, mental health support, and flexible working options.
About Us
Oasis Academy Brightstowe is a vibrant, inclusive secondary school in Shirehampton, Bristol. We are part of the Oasis Community Learning family and are committed to delivering exceptional education that supports every young person to flourish—academically, socially, and emotionally.
Apply Now!
Please submit your application via eTeach by midnight on 20th May 2025 (noon) .
Interviews will take place 22nd May 2025.
We warmly welcome informal visits and enquiries. Contact the Academy’s main office or visit our website for more information.
Please note: CVs will not be accepted. All applicants must complete a full application form.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications—please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Fluency Duty
This role requires fluency in spoken English. You must be able to communicate effectively and confidently with students, colleagues, and parents.
Safeguarding Statement
Oasis Academy Brightstowe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.nder-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.