Curriculum Leader of PE

The King's School; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Pontefract seeks a Curriculum Leader of P.E to lead the P.E department strategically. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with innovative ideas, bringing passion and energy to make a positive impact on the school community. This role offers a permanent contract with opportunities for career growth, professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

CPD opportunities

Generous employer pension

Flexible goal-based development

Lifestyle support policies

Discounted gym membership

Employee wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Strong experienced or aspiring leader committed to education.
• Fresh ideas to review and challenge current provision.
• Passion and high energy for the role.

Responsibilities

• Strategically lead the direction and development of the P.E department.
• Accountable for the operation and effectiveness of policies.
• Ensure progress of staff and pupils within the PE Department.

Skills

Leadership in education

Innovative thinking

Commitment to community impact

Job description

Position summary

We are seeking an inspirational Curriculum Leader of P.E to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategically leading the direction and development of the P.E department in accordance with the aims and objectives of the school. They will be accountable for the operation and effectiveness of the policies and procedures needed to achieve these aims and objectives, and the progress of staff and pupils within the PE Department.

The role is a 1 FTE permanent contract.

Key expectations

Be a strong experienced or aspiring leader committed to education; Have fresh ideas and will review and challenge current provision; Bring considerable passion and high energy to the role; Embrace the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals to make a real lasting and positive impact on our community.

About the school

As a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, The King's School is renowned for its educational excellence and for consistently achieving strong academic results. Established in 1139, The King's School stands as a beacon of education for almost nine centuries. We take great pride in being more than just a secondary school; we are a caring, high-performing community where students can become the best version of themselves, proudly carrying the legacy of The King's School. With a remarkable history spanning over 850 years, our school is deeply rooted in tradition, but it is the people that make The King's School exceptional. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff, in collaboration with parents, strives to provide a first-class education, ensuring every student receives the opportunities they deserve.

Benefits

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.
• For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days.
• Energise and Engage Weeks throughout the year, where no meetings take place. These dedicated weeks prioritise personal professional development, support work-life balance, and allow for an early finish on designated days.
• Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension)
• Laptop
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue Light card
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eyecare via Specsavers
• Childcare vouchers
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
• Free flu vaccinations.