Schools Advisor

We are seeking a Schools Advisor to support, advise and challenge leaders and governors of Church Schools, in the promotion and development their Christian Distinctiveness; in particular, the provision of Religious Education (RE), Collective Worship and Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development, as well as developing training and resources and facilitating effective school to school support.

Candidates should be educated to degree level with QTS and have significant experience of successful leadership in RE or Collective Worship within a primary or secondary school setting and a deep understanding of Christian ethos and practice in Church of England schools, with a proven track record of improvement.

If you have excellent organisational skills with the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, please see the job description for more information and a full list of the responsibilities which include;

• Promoting effective teaching and subject leadership of RE in diocesan church schools through supportive visits, the facilitation of networks and inter-school collaboration and develop a breadth of RE training opportunities for community, church and independent schools
• Promoting high quality, creative Collective Worship for primary and secondary aged pupils and students
• Supporting schools to develop effective policy and practice to facilitate the Spiritual development of pupils and staff.
• Being attentive to emerging practice and national initiatives in RE, Collective Worship and SMSC, and plan updates and training for clergy and schools as appropriate
• Engaging in the work of SACRE and other RE organisations, liaising with Local Authority advisers and other faith representatives, in particular offering advice and support to Church of England nominations on Kent SACRE

What we can offer:

• Flexible working, Hybrid working and TOIL
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance programme

It is considered that there is an Occupational Requirement (OR) for the postholder to be a communicant member of the Church of England, a Church in communion therewith, a Church of the Council of Churches for Britain and Ireland or Churches Together in England, or a member of Church of the Evangelical Alliance.

The Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.  This role will require an enhanced DBS check.
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