Head of PE

WALTHAMSTOW SCHOOL FOR GIRLS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 5,900 - 6,100; Full time

Job summary

Walthamstow School for Girls invites applications for a Head of Physical Education to lead a vibrant PE department within the Performing Arts faculty. You will develop and deliver an innovative PE curriculum, inspire students with a passion for sport, and demonstrate creativity and exemplary teaching across dance, gymnastics, athletics and team sports.

Trampolining qualification is desirable. The role includes developing extra-curricular sport, leading fixtures, and contributing to safeguarding

Qualifications

• Walthamstow School for Girls seeks a Head of PE to lead the department and develop an innovative PE curriculum.
• You will inspire students with a love of sport and learning, including dance, gymnastics, athletics and team sports.
• Must be able to demonstrate creativity and outstanding classroom practice, with ability to lead extra-curricular sport.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PE department and drive participation, achievement and aspirations.
• Develop and deliver an innovative PE curriculum across a wide range of sports.
• Lead teams at fixtures and develop the school's extra-curricular provision.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Teaching

Trampolining

Dance

Education

Teaching qualification (QTS/PGCE)

Job description

Head of PE TLR2B (Outer London £5,872.00 per annum) Required for January 2027

• Could you lead a PE department where every student sees themself as a sportsperson?
• Do you have the ambition to transform PE and sport at WSFG - raising participation, achievement and aspirations for every student?
• Are you a dynamic teacher who enjoys sharing your enthusiasm with students in a school that fosters a lifelong love of learning?

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Head of PE. As a member of our Performing Arts faculty, you will be responsible for developing and delivering an innovative PE curriculum. Your outstanding classroom practice will help to inspire our students with your own love of learning. You must be able to demonstrate creativity as well as an excellent subject knowledge in teaching a wide range of sports including dance, gymnastics, athletics and a variety of team sports. You should be qualified to teach trampolining. Committed to 'bringing out the gift' in every student, you will be play a key role in developing our extra -curricular sports provision, including leading teams at fixtures. You will be passionate about maintaining high standards of teaching and learning and relish the challenge of ensuring that every student is supported to achieve their full potential. Walthamstow School for Girls is a wonderful place to work, learn, teach and lead. We believe passionately in the power of education to create opportunity and empower young women to become leaders of the future. As a truly comprehensive school, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to foster a culture where every student is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive. Please note CVs will not be accepted. Closing date: Monday 21st September 2026 (9.00am) Interview date: Week commencing 28th September 2026 Walthamstow School for Girls is committed to Equal Opportunities and to Safer Recruitment practices and procedures. Walthamstow School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

• Do you have the ambition to transform PE and sport at WSFG - raising participation, achievement and aspirations for every student?
• Are you a dynamic teacher who enjoys sharing your enthusiasm with students in a school that fosters a lifelong love of learning?

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Head of PE. As a member of our Performing Arts faculty, you will be responsible for developing and delivering an innovative PE curriculum. Your outstanding classroom practice will help to inspire our students with your own love of learning. You must be able to demonstrate creativity as well as an excellent subject knowledge in teaching a wide range of sports including dance, gymnastics, athletics and a variety of team sports. You should be qualified to teach trampolining.

Walthamstow School for Girls is a wonderful place to work, learn, teach and lead. We believe passionately in the power of education to create opportunity and empower young women to become leaders of the future. As a truly comprehensive school, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to foster a culture where every student is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive., Walthamstow School for Girls is committed to Equal Opportunities and to Safer Recruitment practices and procedures. Walthamstow School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.