Curriculum Team Leader: PE

Teaching Vacancies; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Christchurch is seeking a dynamic Curriculum Team Leader for Physical Education. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of PE teachers, drive high-quality teaching, and develop a cohesive PE curriculum. The ideal candidate has a strong background in education, proven leadership experience, and a passion for student wellbeing and achievement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of raising achievement and securing high achievement of students.
• Successful experience of teaching the subject across Key Stage 3-4.
• Experience of leading staff and responsibility for outcomes of students.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of PE teachers, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring strong student engagement.
• Develop and embed a Trust-wide secondary PE curriculum that is inclusive and challenging.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching Physical Education

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Honours degree in relevant subject

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

Why join us?

This is an exciting time to join Twynham School and contribute to the wider federation with The Grange School. As two proud, inclusive, and high-performing schools within the Twynham Learning Trust, we share a common curriculum, aligned values, and a united ambition to deliver exceptional education across Christchurch.

Based at Twynham School, you will lead a talented team of PE teachers while working closely with the PE lead at The Grange School to ensure a coherent and aspirational curriculum across both settings. This collaborative approach offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to shape practice within your own team while contributing to system-wide improvement through shared expertise and innovation.

If you are excited by the chance to lead with impact, foster professional growth, and help shape the future of PE across two schools within a forward-thinking, values-led Trust, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Responsibilities and requirements

• Essential:
• A good Honours degree (in a subject relevant to the position)
• Qualified Teacher Status and evidence of completion of statutory induction
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the post
• Proven track record of raising achievement and securing high achievement of students
• Successful experience of teaching the subject across Key Stage 3-4 in a state 11-16 or 11-18 school
• Experience of leading staff and responsibility for outcomes of a cohort of students beyond own classroom
• Ambitious for whole school leadership and a desire to work on aspects of school improvement beyond the curriculum team
• A reflective practitioner with a history of expertise in classroom pedagogy and the ability to improve outcomes for students
• Demonstrable experience of curriculum development and curriculum design improving outcomes
• A record of sharing good practice with other curriculum teams or schools
• Experience of undertaking performance management reviews with colleagues and supporting their professional development
• High-energy and passionate individual with a clear moral purpose which is driven by a desire to improve the life chances of young people
• An emotionally intelligent colleague who can adapt to a range of situations and communicate with various stakeholders including students, parents and other colleagues and professionals
• A team player who is comfortable in both providing and responding to professional challenge
• An ability to inspire and relate well to the whole community
• Outgoing and enthusiastic with a positive “can-do” attitude and a solution-focused approach
• A sense of humour

• Desirable:
• A higher degree or management qualification
• A record of excellence in leadership of large teams, including staff development which builds and sustains teachers’ practice
• Experience of dealing effectively with the under-performance of teachers

What the school offers its staff

About the Post

We are thrilled to offer an exciting leadership opportunity within our forward-thinking federation of Twynham School and The Grange School in Christchurch (collectively known as ‘Twynham TGS’).

As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering an exceptional education for every student, we are seeking a dynamic, visionary, and highly motivated Curriculum Team Leader for Physical Education. This is a unique chance to lead a passionate and skilled team of PE professionals at Twynham School, while working collaboratively with colleagues across The Grange School to shape a cohesive and aspirational PE curriculum.

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of PE teachers at Twynham School, setting a clear strategic direction and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring strong student engagement, enjoyment, and outstanding outcomes.
• Develop and embed a Trust-wide secondary PE curriculum that is progressive, inclusive, and creatively challenging.
• Work closely with senior leaders across both schools to contribute to whole-school improvement and champion physical education as a vital part of student development.

This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of physical education across two schools, empowering students to build practical skills, resilience, teamwork, and a lifelong love of movement and wellbeing. You will play a key role in shaping a curriculum that reflects our values of ambition, collaboration, and innovation.

We are seeking inspirational leaders who are:

• Driven by a strong moral purpose and a belief in the power of education to transform lives.
• Deeply committed to our values of equality, humility, and community.
• Has a strong track record of delivering high-quality PE teaching and curriculum development.
• Is passionate about student wellbeing and achievement through physical education.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a federated vision.
• Is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey and make a lasting impact.

Further details about the role

01202486536 Ext 3054

Any questions? To discuss the post or your application or arrange a visit to our school, please contact Alison Brown (Senior HR Administrator) on 01202495716 or email [e-mail]

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [e-mail]

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies

The closing date is Thursday 9 October 2025 at 8am and interviews will be on Tuesday 14 October 2025. (We reserve the right to interview exceptional applicants prior to the closing date and therefore interested colleagues are encouraged to apply as soon as possible).

Commitment to safeguarding

We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities. We don't discriminate on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/nationality, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. We'll only consider people who can evidence their right to work in the UK. We're committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes to safeguard children. We undertake enhanced criminal records checks before appointment. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.