Our Vacancies

Head of PSHCE with Teaching Responsibility (RE)
Location: Edgar Wood Academy, Rochdale
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2C (currently £8,279)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about student development and personal growth?
At Edgar Wood Academy, we believe in inspiring and motivating our students to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dynamic, committed, and innovative leader to take on the role of Head of PSHCE with Teaching Responsibility for RE. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCE) curriculum, while also delivering high-quality Religious Education lessons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of the PSHCE and Citizenship curriculum, ensuring it aligns with safeguarding priorities, local context, and whole-school strategic objectives.
• Foster a culture of aspiration by embedding British Values and the teaching of Protected Characteristics.
• Provide leadership in developing careers education across the school, ensuring full alignment with Gatsby Benchmarks.
• Collaborate with staff and external agencies to provide outstanding personal development opportunities for students, including work experience and extracurricular activities.
• Deliver high-quality teaching of RE in line with the school's curriculum, ensuring lessons are engaging, inclusive, and meet the needs of all students
• Support the Assistant Headteacher in developing strong partnerships with Rochdale Sixth Form and other educational providers to raise student aspirations.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant subject.
• Experience teaching RE and/or PSHCE with a commitment to improving student outcomes.
• Leadership experience in curriculum development or a similar capacity is desirable.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and the PSHE curriculum, with a commitment to student well-being and personal development.
• A proven ability to assess and evaluate the impact of the curriculum and adapt it to meet the needs of all students.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to whole-school values and working collaboratively to support student development.

Why join Edgar Wood Academy?

At Edgar Wood Academy, we provide a supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged, and every staff member plays a key role in our students’ academic and personal development. You will be joining a team that is committed to creating opportunities for students to thrive, both academically and personally, as part of an inclusive, values-driven community.

How to Apply: To apply, please submit your application form with supporting statement to recruitment@altusep.com, outlining your suitability for the role based on the person specification and key responsibilities.

For further details or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact the HR Department at recruitment@altusep.com.

The closing date for applications is 2nd April 2025 at 12pm.

Edgar Wood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.