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Head of PE (with QTS)

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Sector

Education

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Job Type

Contract

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Salary Range

Unspecified

Description

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

Are you passionate about promoting physical education, wellbeing, and empowerment through sport? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and committed Head of PE to lead the Physical Education department at a small, high-achieving all-girls secondary school.

About the School:
This welcoming and inclusive school caters to approximately 130 students aged 11–18 and prides itself on its nurturing environment and high standards. With a strong emphasis on personal development and leadership through sport, the PE department plays a central role in school life.

About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified teacher (QTS essential) with a strong track record of delivering high-quality PE lessons and inspiring young people to achieve their personal best. This leadership role will require someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and dedicated to delivering an engaging and inclusive PE curriculum across KS3–KS5.

You will be responsible for:

Leading and developing the PE curriculum

Planning and delivering high-quality lessons across key stages

Organising extracurricular clubs, teams, and events

Promoting health, fitness and wellbeing across the school

Leading a small but dedicated department

Driving participation and achievement in physical activity and sport

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

QTS and experience teaching PE in a secondary school

Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a team

A commitment to inclusive education and raising standards

Experience or interest in working in a girls' school setting

A forward-thinking approach to curriculum and pupil engagement

Why Apply?

A supportive leadership team and close-knit school community

Opportunity to shape and grow a well-regarded department

Excellent professional development opportunities

A role that makes a real impact on students' physical and mental wellbeing

If you're an experienced PE teacher ready to step into leadership—or an existing Head of PE looking for a fresh, rewarding challenge—this could be the perfect opportunity for you.