RE Lead & Schools Adviser
RE Lead & Schools Adviser
Working hours: This is a full-time role (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year) with the opportunity for hybrid working and flexible working
Salary: £63,470 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience
Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including hybrid and flexible working, 11% non-contributory pension scheme, 25 days holiday (15 days pro rata) rising to 29 (17.5 days pro rata) after five years’ service.
ROLE DUTIES
Act as the Religious Education Lead for schools and academy trusts across the Diocese, providing expert guidance, curriculum support and leadership
Provide improvement focused advisory support to schools across the Diocese, offering leadership, pastoral and curriculum guidance.
Advise schools on Christian distinctiveness as part of the school visits support package
Monitor and evaluate the quality and performance of RE across diocesan schools and trusts, including preparation for RE related SIAMS strands.
CRITERIA
Degree educated
Qualified Teacher Status
Evidence of ongoing professional development
Substantial leadership or advisory experience within Church of England schools
Strong grasp of the Church of England Vision for Education
Theologically articulate, spiritually grounded, and reflective
For more information please see the job description, and to apply please complete the application form and return to jobs@chelmsford.anglican.org
Closing Date: 12 April 2026
Interview Date: 21 April 2026
We reserve the right to invite candidates for preliminary interviews.
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