Head of PE

Astrea Academy Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is seeking a Head of PE for maternity cover, starting in January 2026. This full-time role involves leading a dynamic PE department, promoting healthy lifestyles, and inspiring students to achieve their best. Key requirements include QTS, leadership experience, and a passion for pupil development. The role offers a competitive salary of £33,235-£52,065 plus TLR 2D (£5,885).

Benefits

Access to professional development

Supportive school community

Opportunity to impact student wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience teaching PE across key stages.
• Commitment to inclusive and engaging PE provision.
• Proven ability to promote physical wellbeing and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Leading the PE department and overseeing curriculum planning.
• Organising extracurricular sports and enrichment activities.
• Supporting staff development and ensuring high-quality teaching.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Leadership experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Passion for sport and health

Job description

Overview

Head of PE - Maternity Cover (1 Year)
Location: Astrea Academy Sheffield
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (1 Year)
Salary: £33,235-£52,065 Plus TLR 2D (£5,885)

Lead, Inspire, Energise

Are you passionate about physical education and ready to lead a thriving department? We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head of PE to join our team on a 1-year maternity cover contract starting in January.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dynamic PE department across Key Stage 3 and 4, promote healthy lifestyles, and inspire pupils to achieve their personal best - both in and out of the classroom.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the PE department and overseeing curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment.
• Organising extracurricular sports, fixtures, and enrichment activities.
• Promoting physical wellbeing, teamwork, and resilience across the school.
• Supporting staff development and ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contributing to whole-school leadership and improvement.

What We\'re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching PE across key stages.
• Proven leadership or middle management experience (desirable).
• A commitment to inclusive, engaging, and high-impact PE provision.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A passion for sport, health, and pupil development.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and collaborative school community.
• Access to professional development and leadership training.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on pupils\' physical and emotional wellbeing.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ communities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Flexible Interview Dates

Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you\'re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!