Nottinghamshire County Council
Secretary to Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE)
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Hourly Rate
£42.94 - 47.92 per hour
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Casual
Hours per week
40 hours per year
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
Working Arrangements
Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification
[Secretary SACRE JDPS.docx.pdf – 51KB](Opens in a new window)
Competency Framework
Tier 6
Number of posts
1
Interview date
28 August 2026
Closing Date
16 August 2026 23:55
About Us
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.
Join Nottinghamshire County Council, a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in our community. We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. Our mission is to provide exceptional services to the children and families of Nottinghamshire, ensuring their needs are met with care and compassion.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated professional who has experience as a senior leader in education or a religious role. This position is vital in supporting the Nottinghamshire Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE), chaired by the Cabinet Member for Education and SEND. If you are passionate about promoting religious education and understanding diverse worldviews, this opportunity is not to be missed!
As Secretary to SACRE, your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing expert support and advice to SACRE.
- Leading and coordinating Religious Education network meetings across Nottinghamshire.
- Revising the Nottinghamshire school's religious education syllabus as required by the Department for Education (DfE).
- Preparing annual reports related to SACRE activities.
- Advocating for the importance of religious education and fostering understanding of various worldviews.
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Key Requirements
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- A strong educational background, ideally with qualifications in education or religious studies.
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role within education or a religious context.
- Familiarity with statutory requirements related to religious education.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare comprehensive reports.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to convey ideas clearly and effectively.
- Commitment: A passion for promoting educational values and understanding in the community.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to manage changing priorities and demands.
Our Benefits
At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:
- A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Professional development: Opportunities for growth and training to enhance your skills.
- Work-life balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal commitments.
- Generous leave: A supportive environment that prioritises your well-being.
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If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families in Nottinghamshire, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of a team that truly cares about the community.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Karen Hughman on 01159772572 or by email karen.hughman@nottscc.gov.uk.
Important Notes
- Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
- Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
- Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
- A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
- Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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