Head of Physical Education (Female). Job in Nottingham Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head of Physical Education to lead a thriving department in Nottingham. This role offers a unique chance to shape curriculum design and promote a high-performance sporting culture among students. You will lead a dedicated team, inspire students of all abilities, and collaborate with the wider leadership team to drive achievement and school improvement. With a commitment to inclusion and professional development, this position is perfect for a driven educator ready to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a school that values both student and staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Trust-wide network

Leadership CPD programmes

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering PE at secondary level.
• Proven track record of raising achievement and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of the PE curriculum.
• Inspire high standards of teaching and support school improvement.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Leadership in Physical Education

Curriculum Development

Team Development

Inclusive Education Practices

Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Head of Physical Education (Female)
Location: Nottingham, NG8
Role Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2A
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a driven educator ready to lead and shape the future of Physical Education?

An Ofsted rated 'Good' secondary school in Nottingham (NG8) are looking to appoint a Head of Physical Education (Female) to join their leadership team from September 2025.

The Role:

This is a unique opportunity to lead a thriving PE department, playing a key role in shaping curriculum design, developing staff, and promoting an inclusive, high-performance sporting culture across the school. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stages 3-5 and will lead a dedicated team to deliver outstanding PE provision in a setting with around 1400 students currently enrolled.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of the PE curriculum
• Inspire high standards of teaching, learning and behaviour across the faculty
• Support the wider leadership team in raising achievement and school improvement
• Champion inclusion, teamwork and physical wellbeing for all pupils
• Coach and develop staff through CPD, curriculum innovation and clear leadership
• Oversee department budgets, resources and extracurricular programming
• Collaborate across the trust to share best practices and shape trust-wide PE provision

What we are Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in delivering PE at secondary level
• Proven track record of raising achievement and leading teams
• Strong understanding of inclusive, student-centred PE curriculum models
• Ability to inspire students of all abilities and backgrounds
• Committed to ongoing professional development and collaborative working

Why Join?

• Lead in a school with high expectations and a strong track record of success
• Benefit from a Trust-wide network and robust leadership CPD programmes
• A chance to progress within a multi-academy trust that values student and staff wellbeing

Next Steps:

• Apply now by uploading your CV through Indeed
• A member of the Long-Term Futures team will contact you for an initial conversation
• We will then arrange an interview with the school leadership team
• If successful, you will begin your new role in September 2025

If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, then please apply through submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Millie to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.