Event Details

Day 1: 3 October 2024
Start time: 16:00
End time: 17:00

Day 2: 5 December 2024
Start time: 16:00
End time: 17:00

Day 3: 6 February 2025
Start time: 16:00
End time: 17:00

Day 4: 26 March 2025
Start time: 16:00
End time: 17:00

Day 5: 8 May 2025
Start time: 16:00
End time: 17:00

Day 6: 26 June 2025
Start time: 16:00
End time: 17:00

Venue: Online

The Religious Education arena is dynamic and this package of twilights will enable your subject lead to respond with recent developments, topics and practice.
These online sessions offer a two-fold approach to supporting you with your RE leadership. The first session of each term will allow time to discuss ideas and share the challenges you face in your setting and to share good practice within the group. This session will help to set the agenda for the next expert led session. Each expert led session by Dr. Simone Whitehouse-James will provide you with the knowledge, practical ideas and strategies to secure high quality RE provision in your setting and offer advice in response to the challenges raised.
During these sessions, participants will have an opportunity to:

• Unpack the intentions of your curriculum
• Reflect on current practice and discuss school provision with colleagues in a
  supportive forum
• Consider different pedagogical approaches and subject content in the teaching
  of RE and pupil skills and progression
• Explore local and national resources, initiatives and developments
• Consider how best to respond to Ofsted’s RE subject report
• Explore good practice in assessment and measuring curriculum impact

For more information, please contact us.

About the Adviser

Dr Simone Whitehouse-James - Adviser, Services For Education

Simone's journey in the field of education is nothing short of remarkable. Armed with a deep passion for Religious Education, she has not only excelled in her own academic pursuits but has also dedicated herself to the betterment of the education system.

From her early days as a Head of Department leading RE in schools in Birmingham to her current role as an Education Advisor at Services For Education, Simone has constantly pushed the boundaries of her knowledge and expertise. Simone has also worked as a visiting lecturer on the Birmingham University RE PGDip course. Her commitment to the field is evident in her decision to pursue a PhD, delving into the unique approach to teaching RE in Birmingham.

But Simone's impact goes beyond just Religious Education. Her extensive knowledge of ITT and the Early Career Framework has allowed her to support teachers, school leaders, and governors in their professional development journey. As an Induction Manager and facilitator for the Best Practice Network, she plays a crucial role in shaping the next generation of educators and school leaders.

Simone's dedication to her craft is unwavering, whether she's engaging with faith groups, acting as the drafting secretary for the Agreed Syllabus Conference, advising on curriculum development, or delivering nationally recognised CPD as part of the NPQ suite of qualifications. Her passion for education is truly inspiring, as she continues to push boundaries, challenge norms, and lead by example in the world of education.