Reading Borough Council • Reading, Berkshire
About this role
Permanent - Full-Time - To start September 2026
At The Wren, we challenge ourselves to become better day by day; driving our school community forward so that we can offer our students an exceptional education. We share an ambitious and inspirational vision that;
‘Each child, regardless of background, will receive a world-class education and be nurtured, challenged and inspired to aim high.’
We believe that every young person must receive an exceptional education; one that nurtures a love of learning and empowers students to achieve their best, one that challenges, inspires and develops them as individuals and one that ensures all students have the tools to be fully equipped for their future.
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher and leader to be our new Head of RS and Citizenship. We know that a strong RS and Citizenship curriculum will not only support and prepare our students in their remarkable futures but will also allow them to connect and thrive within our school community.
Our new Head of RS and Citizenship will be a creative and ambitious leader who will boldly lead these important subjects to exceptional. They will be ready to challenge and develop our students, will be passionate about their subject and keen and ready to help shape the learning of RS and Citizenship across the school.
Further information is available on the vacancy page of our website - https://wren.excalibur.org.uk/join-our-community/join-us-staff/vacancies/
Applicants should apply through My New Term.
The closing date is 9am Monday 1st June 2026.
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact the HR Lead, Lynn Smith, at the school on 0118 214 3888.
Do not delay in applying early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.
The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Click here to read our Safeguarding Policy. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks. The Wren is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff.
We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that all students, regardless of background, deserve a world-class education.
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