PE Lead

Manor House School; Slinfold; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent educational institution in Slinfold seeks a Physical Education Lead to enhance PE delivery and curriculum. You'll lead a department, ensuring high-quality teaching and pupil progress while collaborating across schools. This role also includes promoting well-being through a 4-Day Working Week initiative. Ideal candidates will have QTS and experience in PE leadership. Join us to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality PE lessons.
• Leading curriculum development in Physical Education.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-quality PE teaching.
• Design and implement the PE curriculum.
• Monitor pupil progress and deliver interventions.
• Support and develop staff.
• Collaborate with other schools for best practices.
• Organise enrichment and outdoor activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Passion for education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title

Physical Education Lead

Location

Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX

Salary

Up to £45,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract

Permanent – Term Time Only

Start Date

January 2026

Eligibility

UK applicants only – no visa sponsorship

About the Role

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance – and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4‑Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full‑time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

As PE Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring that Physical Education is delivered to the highest standards across the school. You will have the opportunity to shape and inspire the curriculum, creating lessons that are engaging, inclusive, and tailored to each pupil’s needs. You’ll lead a department of committed staff, supporting and developing colleagues while promoting a culture of innovation, creativity, and excellence in teaching. Your role will also involve monitoring student progress, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing interventions to ensure all pupils can succeed. Collaboration is key: you’ll work closely with other OFG schools to share best practices, develop the PE curriculum, and ensure consistency across pathways. You’ll also engage with wider school leadership through middle leader training, quality assurance, and strategic planning, contributing to the overall success of the school.

Beyond the classroom, you’ll have opportunities to lead enrichment activities, competitions, and outdoor learning experiences, helping pupils build confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of physical activity. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a real difference, lead with creativity and compassion, and have a direct impact on pupils’ lives every single day.

Responsibilities & Purpose

• Lead and develop high‑quality PE teaching across the school.
• Design, review, and implement the PE curriculum with clear progression for all pathways.
• Monitor pupil progress, delivering interventions and supporting achievement.
• Support and develop staff, promoting professional growth and high standards.
• Collaborate with other OFG schools and school leadership to share best practice and maintain quality assurance.
• Organise and oversee enrichment, competitions, and outdoor learning opportunities.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience delivering high‑quality PE lessons and leading curriculum development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Passion for personalised, purposeful education and pupil development.

About Us

Manor House School is an independent, DfE‑registered school supporting boys and girls aged 7‑18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to the individual needs of each pupil, enabling them to achieve success in ways that are meaningful to them. Our co‑educational setting offers a supportive and structured environment, helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally. As a small school with a capacity of 71, we pride ourselves on creating a close‑knit community where every pupil receives personalised attention and support.

We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Benefits

• Life Assurance pension scheme with options to increase your contributions.
• ‘Your Wellbeing Matters’ – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks.
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) enabling you to choose the package that’s right for you, including health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work schemes, electric car purchase scheme, critical illness cover, family growth support, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and paid fertility treatment support.
• Work 80% of contractual hours for 100% of your pay (4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit).

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.