Deputy PE Lead

Outcomes First Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Reddish Hall School in Stockport is seeking a Deputy PE Lead to develop and deliver an outstanding PE provision for students with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and additional SEND needs. You will support the PE Lead to shape an inclusive curriculum, lead extra-curricular opportunities and contribute to a PE programme designed to meet every student’s needs.

You should hold QTS/QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, demonstrate strong PE knowledge, and the ability to adapt learning for

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or an equivalent recognised 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 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.
• Collaborate with teaching, pastoral and therapy teams to maximise student success.

Skills

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed practice

Team collaboration

Education

QTS/QTLS or equivalent

Job description

At Reddish Hall School, we believe physical activity can be a powerful tool for engagement, confidence-building and personal growth. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Deputy PE Lead to support the development and delivery of an outstanding PE provision for students with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and additional SEND needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate PE professional who wants to do more than teach sport. You'll play a key role in helping young people overcome barriers, develop healthy lifestyles, experience success and build positive relationships through physical activity. Working closely with the PE Lead, you'll help shape an inclusive and engaging PE curriculum, support extra-curricular opportunities, and contribute to a PE programme designed to meet the needs of every student. 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 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.
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• 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