Teacher of Religious Studies with responsibility for KS3
Required from September 2026, we are looking to appoint a committed and inspiring Teacher of Religious Studies to join our successful department. This role includes additional responsibility for leading and shaping the KS3 curriculum, offering an excellent opportunity for a motivated teacher ready to take the next step in their career.
You will join a strong and successful Religious Studies department within a supportive and forward-thinking Humanities team that places a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and excellence in teaching and learning. The faculty comprises a team of specialist practitioners delivering a broad and engaging curriculum, including History, Geography, and Religious Studies across all key stages; Business Studies at KS4 and 5; and Sociology, Politics, and Economics at KS5.These subjects are consistently popular at Key Stage 3, leading to multiple classes at both GCSE and A Level, and we have a strong record of examination success. In 2025 at GCSE, 16% of Religious Studies students achieved grade 9, while 63% secured top grades 9–7.
At A Level, 44% of students attained A*/A grades.
Ashmole Academy is a high performing and heavily oversubscribed local comprehensive school in North London, situated near Southgate Underground Station. The school prides itself on maintaining a high level of mutual respect between students and all staff.We celebrate diversity and have been awarded a Gold Equalities Award as a recognition of our commitment to equality.
Benefits of working at Ashmole Academy:
- Access to high quality career development pathways, including a personalised induction plan, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities within a large and well-resourced school.
- A two-week October half term
- Extensive professional development to ensure high quality teaching through INSET days, themed whole school meetings, support in completing national professional qualifications and departmental meetings with a focus on training.
- A strong professional tutor team led by experienced staff to support all of our Early Career Teachers. Early Career Teachers receive beyond their statutory induction requirements.
- A focus on wellbeing led by a staff wellbeing committee, promoting activities such as golden week, subsidised yoga and staff social activities.
- Flexible working opportunities at a family friendly school, which includes a Primary School on site.
- On site Starbucks as well as over 150 car park spaces and electric charging bays.
- Opportunities to be part of a range of school trips including destinations in Europe and the USA.
Please visit our website for more information and we look forward to receiving your application.
Closing Date: 10:00am Thursday 23rd April April 2026*- The School reserves the right to interview candidates ahead of the closing date and applications will be considered as they are received.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential elements of our culture. We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.
Ashmole is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.