Head of Physical Education

Thomas Alleyne's High School; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Alleyne’s High School in Uttoxeter seeks an ambitious Head of PE to set strategic direction for the department, lead the curriculum team and support colleagues through expert subject knowledge and high-quality leadership.

The post covers Key Stages 3-5, Core PE and BTEC Sport, with a focus on raising attainment, expanding enrichment and BTEC Sport outcomes and delivering a vibrant extra-curricular programme that inspires students to lifelong activity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading the Physical Education department.
• Proven track record in improving student outcomes in PE and sport.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and development of PE across Key Stages 3-5.
• Lead curriculum team and coordinate extra-curricular sport.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Teacher development

Job description

Do you have the passion, expertise and leadership to inspire, engage and motivate students, raising attainment while fostering a lifelong love of physical activity and sport?

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader to join Thomas Alleyne’s High School as Head of PE. This key leadership role will provide strategic direction for the department, leading the curriculum team and supporting colleagues through expert subject knowledge, high-quality leadership and a shared commitment to excellence.

The successful candidate will lead the teaching and development of Physical Education across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, including Core PE and BTEC Sport. They will have a genuine passion for physical education, together with a proven commitment to securing exceptional student progress and attainment. They will be driven to achieve outstanding outcomes in BTEC Sport, inspire increasing numbers of students to continue their studies at Key Stage 5, and lead a vibrant programme of extra-curricular sport and enrichment opportunities that promotes participation, develops talent and fosters a lifelong love of physical activity. In addition, they will have a clear vision for curriculum development, high expectations of both staff and students, a strong commitment to professional development, and the determination to raise achievement across the whole school.