Are you passionate about supporting Church schools to flourish in their Christian distinctiveness? Do you have a heart for promoting Christian values in education while encouraging inclusivity and respect for other religious traditions? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Church School Distinctiveness Advisor with The Church of England Birmingham.

About the Role:

We are looking to appoint someone who will play a pivotal role in promoting and developing Religious Education (RE), Collective Worship, and the ethos of Church of England schools across the diocese. Working closely with headteachers, staff, clergy and governors, you will also provide professional advice, lead training, and support schools in their preparation for Section 48 (SIAMS) inspections.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting schools in embedding Christian values throughout the school
• Leading bespoke and centrally organized training in RE and Collective Worship for school staff.
• Overseeing the SIAMS inspection process, including school preparation, in-service training, and reporting to diocesan committees.
• Ensuring that high-quality resources for RE and Collective Worship are accessible to schools.

About You:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic education professional with:

• A recognised teaching qualification and experience in a leadership or advisory role in education.
• Strong expertise in RE, Collective Worship, and promoting Christian distinctiveness in a school setting.
• A thorough understanding of Section 48 (SIAMS) inspections.
• Excellent communication and pastoral skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with school leaders and staff.
• A commitment to the vision and values of the Church of England’s approach to education.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to have a lasting impact on Church schools within the Diocese of Birmingham, helping them grow and thrive in their Christian mission. You will join a supportive diocesan team dedicated to improving the quality of education and the spiritual life of schools.

If you are committed to making a difference in Church schools and have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please find full details and the application process at  https://www.cofepathways.org/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=7602 

Closing Date: 10th October 2024

Interviews will be held on 18^th October 2024 in person (Central Birmingham)

For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Smith (sarahs@cofebirmingham.com)

The Church of England Birmingham is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where all can be themselves and bring their unique identity to their ministry and/or work. We welcome applications from any individuals who feel that they meet the person specification for any post, in particular from those who are currently under-represented in our staff teams such as those from Global Majority Heritage or UK Minority Ethnic backgrounds, those with visible or invisible disabilities and those who identify as LGBTQI+.

The Church of England Birmingham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All postholders are expected to share this commitment and this position is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.