Deputy PE Lead

OFG Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters (mental and ...

Health, wellbeing and insurance

Discounts (UK & international)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Reddish Hall School, part of OFG Education, seeks a Deputy PE Lead to inspire students with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and SEND needs, guiding them to reach their potential.

You'll work with the PE Lead to deliver an inclusive PE curriculum, expand extra-curricular opportunities, and promote wellbeing while transporting students to off-site activities and supporting EHCP reviews.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong PE subject knowledge and experience teaching secondary-aged students.
• Understanding SEMH, autism, ADHD and SEND needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive PE lessons tailored to a range of SEND and SEMH needs.
• Support the PE Lead with the planning, organisation and development of PE provision.
• Adapt activities to promote participation, confidence, resilience and achievement.
• Organise PE resources, equipment, venue bookings and activity schedules.
• Transport students safely to and from off-site sports facilities and activities.
• Contribute to risk assessments and ensure safe practice during PE and enrichment activities.
• Support extra-curricular clubs, sports events, enrichment programmes and structured physical activities.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to reviews, reports and EHCP outcomes.
• Build positive relationships and use trauma-informed approaches to support engagement and behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and therapy teams to maximise student success.

Skills

QTS/QTLS or equivalent

PE subject knowledge

Experience teaching secondary-aged

Understanding SEMH, autism, ADHD, SEND

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

At Reddish Hall School, we know that sport and physical activity can be life-changing. More than just promoting fitness, they provide a powerful platform for building confidence, resilience, teamwork and self-belief. We're looking for an enthusiastic and committed Deputy PE Lead to help inspire and support students with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and additional SEND needs to achieve their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate PE professional who wants to make a genuine difference beyond the sports field. You'll play a vital role in helping young people overcome challenges, celebrate success, develop healthy lifestyles and build positive relationships through engaging and meaningful physical activity.

Working alongside the PE Lead, you'll help deliver an inclusive, ambitious and inspiring PE curriculum that encourages every student to participate, progress and thrive. You'll also help expand extra-curricular opportunities, champion student wellbeing and contribute to a PE provision that equips young people with the confidence, skills and resilience they need both in school and beyond.

What you will be doing

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive PE lessons tailored to a range of SEND and SEMH needs.
• Support the PE Lead with the planning, organisation and development of PE provision.
• Adapt activities to promote participation, confidence, resilience and achievement.
• Organise PE resources, equipment, venue bookings and activity schedules.
• Transport students safely to and from off-site sports facilities and activities.
• Contribute to risk assessments and ensure safe practice during PE and enrichment activities.
• Support extra-curricular clubs, sports events, enrichment programmes and structured physical activities.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to reviews, reports and EHCP outcomes.
• Build positive relationships and use trauma-informed approaches to support engagement and behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and therapy teams to maximise student success.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about physical education and committed to improving outcomes for young people with additional needs.

• QTS, QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Strong PE subject knowledge and experience teaching secondary-aged students
• An understanding of SEMH, Autism, ADHD and SEND needs
• The ability to adapt learning for students with different abilities and barriers to engagement
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and student wellbeing
• A passion for sport, enrichment, extra-curricular activities and promoting healthy lifestyles
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to transport students off-site

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Reddish Hall School is an independent specialist day school in Stockport for students with social, emotional and mental health needs, often alongside diagnoses such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia. Many of our students are academically able but have experienced significant barriers to education because of complex mental-health needs, which may include anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm and disordered eating.

We offer a nurturing and highly individualised education without compromising on academic ambition. Small classes, skilled teaching and carefully tailored support enable students to re-engage with learning and work towards a broad range of meaningful qualifications and future pathways. Academic study is complemented by vocational opportunities and a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, independence and personal development.

Reddish Hall is not a traditional SEMH provision. It is a calm, aspirational learning community in which students are understood as individuals and supported to feel safe, rebuild confidence and recognise their own potential. Through specialist support and close partnerships with families and other professionals, we help every student prepare for a positive and fulfilling life beyond school.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.