Specialist Adviser for Religious Education (RE)

We are seeking to appoint a Specialist Adviser for Religious Education (RE)

The Diocese of Salisbury is committed to providing high-quality religious education across our network of church schools. We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Specialist Religious Education Adviser to join our team and support our mission of fostering spiritual growth and academic excellence.

Job Type: 0.6 FTE (days per week to be agreed) for a two-year fixed term

Salary: £37,275 to £42,263 FTE for this role at 0.6 FTE the salary is £22,365 to £25,358

Contract: Two-year fixed term

Closing Date: Noon on Wednesday 5th February 2025

Start date: 22nd April 2025

The Diocese of Salisbury Board of Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced level of Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. Online searches will be carried out for all candidates, this will involve searches of information that is publicly available online.  

The successful candidate will be a passionate RE specialist with the ability to inspire and develop leaders at all levels. They will be highly motivated, innovative and utterly relational with strong communication skills. They will hold a key role in our strategic vision, ensuring every school and trust in the Diocese of Salisbury promotes and offers transformative provision for RE and collective worship.

The Salisbury Diocese Board of Education is an enthusiastic team of staff who are supported by a Board of Trustees, working closely with wider Diocesan partners. If appointed you can expect to work with a committed, friendly and supportive team. They will be given opportunities to stretch and grow their knowledge, skills and wisdom. They will have great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution on the spiritual and educational flourishing journey with those they work alongside.

How to Apply: If you decide to make an application, please look carefully at the Job Description and Person Specification. Your supporting statement should be no longer than 3 sides of A4 and should be tailored to demonstrate your suitability for the post, matched to the person specification. CVs will not be accepted, and interviews will be offered to those applicants who best demonstrate how their skills, abilities and experience match the person specification and can demonstrate and evidence their commitment to our vision. Please return your completed application form to: sarah.mcnicol@salisbury.anglican.org

You are encouraged to refer to the application pack for further details of the role and a full person specification.

If you would like an informal discussion about any aspect of these career opportunities, please contact Sarah McNicol by email initially, at the following email address – sarah.mcnicol@salisbury.anglican.org  including your contact details. We will be pleased to talk with you.