Head of PE

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded school in Battersea is seeking a dedicated Head of PE to lead the development of the Physical Education curriculum. The ideal candidate will manage departmental staff, ensure the effective delivery of the PE program, and foster positive relationships within the school community. A strong commitment to safeguarding and student welfare is essential. This role offers opportunities for professional development and participation in a committed team environment.

Benefits

Full program of CPD

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading PE programs in a school.
• Understanding of local and national curriculum developments.
• Ability to manage staff performance and conduct lesson observations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of an effective Subject Development Plan.
• Monitor performance of departmental team members and provide feedback.
• Ensure effective assessment and track student performance in PE.

Skills

Operational planning

Strategic planning

Performance management

Data analysis

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Responsibilities

Operational & Strategic Planning

• Lead the implementation of an effective Subject Development Plan developed with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Maintain subject documentation that supports relevant whole school policies
• Regularly review provision in PE to ensure that the curriculum is fit for purpose
• Work with the SLT to formulate aims, objectives and strategic plans for PE provision across the school
• Keep up-to-date with local and national developments and thinking in PE pedagogy
• Establish contacts within key organisations for the development of PE
• Where appropriate participate in relevant professional networks for the development of PE
• Share best practice for raising standards in PE with colleagues and provide support and training for colleagues where appropriate
• Monitor and respond to curriculum developments and initiatives at local and national levels
• Ensure that assessment in PE is effective and is carried out in line with school policy
• Ensure that daily classroom practice addresses the individual needs of the students
• Ensure a full programme of extra-curricular sport is available to all pupils regardless of aptitude or ability
• Ensure professional accountability for students’ progress and attainment in PE
• Foster good relationships and liaison with parents, carers and others involved in supporting students’ learning
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information concerning students’ progress and achievement in PE and arrange interventions to raise standards where necessary
• Provide the SLT with relevant information relating to the provision for the progress of students in PE
• Report regularly to the SLT on quality of teaching, learning and standards in PE
• Ensure a positive climate for learning and uphold set expectations in PE
• Use data analysis to track student performance in PE across different groups
• Lead the planning of schemes of work to maximise the learning opportunities of students of all abilities
• Meet the needs of students, including the management of behaviour and its impact on learning
• Conduct lesson observations as a means of sharing best practice and coaching
• Identify training needs of staff in the department.
• Manage the accommodation to ensure the environment is conducive to learning
• Monitor resources and maintain the curriculum budget for PE
• Ensure that curriculum resources are used effectively in PE

Performance Management

• Line-manage members of the departmental team and monitor performance
• Set challenging objectives; ensure developments reflect school, departmental and individual needs and aspirations
• Use comparative data to identify individual teacher performance
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge in terms of teaching pedagogy and subject knowledge for staff in the department
• Ensure all statutory requirements are met
• Demonstrate a clear commitment to your own and others’ professional development

What the school offers its staff

The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and skilled Head of PE to join this Catholic 11 – 18 comprehensive school judged “Good” by Ofsted in October 2022 and “Outstanding” by the Archdiocese of Southwark in June 2025.

It is an exciting time to join St John Bosco College as we continue our journey towards being an outstanding school, in our state‑of‑the‑art building in the heart of Battersea. Our success can be credited to our committed and dedicated staff who strive for excellence and promote high aspirations throughout the school. The successful candidate will receive a full programme of CPD and have opportunities for career development within the school.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.