Teacher of Religious Education (Philosophy and Ethics) at Park High School

15 Days Remaining

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/PHS/06439

Location

Thistlecroft Gardens, Stanmore, Greater London, HA7 1PL

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

Outer London Pay Scale

Closing Date

9:00am, 22nd Apr 2025

Start Date

September 2025

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

About this Role

Park High School

Teacher of Philosophy and Ethics

Park High School is a fantastic place to work and develop as a teacher.  We would love you to come and join us!

We are now seeking to appoint a colleague who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.

Applications from both experienced and Early Career Teachers would be warmly welcomed.  

If you are a genuinely passionate and committed teacher who wants to work in a school where teaching is a pleasure, and in a school that puts learning at the heart of all it does, then we look forward to receiving your application.

“Teachers have strong subject knowledge. They present new learning clearly and demonstrate subject expertise.” Ofsted 2024

Appointment for September 2025

Contract type: Permanent, Full Time

Outer London pay scale

Closing date: 22nd September 2025

Details and application forms may be downloaded from the school's website or may be made online.

Introduction

We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who wants to join a thriving department.

Park High is an 11-18 mixed multi-ethnic comprehensive school of almost 1500 students, situated in the London Borough of Harrow. There are very high achievement levels and excellent facilities.  Ofsted (2024) judged the school good in all areas.

We can offer:

An exciting learning environment where challenging, innovative and engaging learning is at the core of all we do.

An award-winning vibrant school which continues to achieve extremely high standards, both in Harrow and beyond.

A genuine and active pursuit of well-being for all members of our community.

Outstanding outcomes with a positive Progress 8 score and zero NEETS.

Students who exhibit excellent behaviour for learning and a desire to acquire knowledge and improve themselves.

A supportive, enthusiastic and inspiring team within which to grow and develop.

An opportunity to develop your craft of teaching across three Key Stages.

Curriculum, staffing and resources

The Philosophy and Ethics Department has gained significant recognition within the school for its exceptional contributions to both academic excellence and the character development of our students. We follow the Harrow Agreed Syllabus of Religious Education for KS3 and Key Stage 4 students study a Core Philosophy and Ethics curriculum. At KS4 we also provide students the opportunity to study the full course Eduqas GCSE and this has proved to be a popular option.  Students are provided with the opportunity to study Eduqas A Level, with Buddhism as the focus for Component 3: Study of a World Religion. With a high profile across the school, the department has consistently demonstrated its ability to engage students through dynamic and thought-provoking lessons that challenge their understanding of religion and world views through the lens of ethical issues. Recent achievements include exam results that exceeded the national average in the summer 2024 examinations. The Philosophy and Ethics Department continues to enrich students' learning experiences through trips that offer real-world insight into different religious practices and beliefs. Through our commitment to both academic rigor and holistic development, the Philosophy and Ethics Department continues to be a cornerstone of the school’s ethos and a driving force in shaping well-rounded, responsible young people. 

Tutor role

We are committed to the delivery of Personal Social Health Citizenship & Economic education (PSHCEe) which all teachers as tutors are expected to teach. As part of a whole-school approach, PSHCEe develops the qualities and attributes pupils need to thrive both as individuals and members of society. We have a high-quality provision of PSHCEe at Park which has been recognised nationally.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Staff Benefits

At Park High School, we recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, and we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your well- being, professional development and work- life balance:

Teacher Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 28.68%.

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial support by a team of qualified professionals, trained counsellor who can help you with a diverse range of problems, including bereavement, separation/divorce, mental health troubles and more.

Eyecare vouchers for a free eye test and contribution towards glasses for display screen equipment users.

Paid lunchtime duties with a free lunch

Comprehensive CPD programme

Own laptop for all teaching staff

Comprehensive support and mentoring programme for ECTs

Collaboration with local high schools

Free flu vaccinations

Cycle to work scheme.

Staff development

Park High School recognises that its staff are our greatest resource and so we invest time and effort into everyone’s professional development. Recent visitors to our in-house offer include Ross Morrison McGill, Isabella Wallace and Martijn Van der Spool. Professional development underpins all our work.

Staff development is highly regarded, and we have strong partnerships with universities and other higher education institutions and we actively support our staff in pursuing Master’s and other higher qualifications.

“Training is high quality and often personalised. There is an impressive suite of in-house training resources and these match school values and priorities.” Challenge Partners 2025

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service and following practices which are free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. The aim of this policy is to ensure that no person receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be relevant to performance. It seeks also to ensure that no person is victimised or subjected to any form of bullying or harassment.