Head of PE
Job description
Head of PE
Location: London
Salary: £37,313 - £56,157 per year
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: April / September 2025
Lead and Inspire in Physical Education!
We are recruiting on behalf of a secondary school in London for an experienced and passionate Head of PE to lead a high-achieving and ambitious department. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape an outstanding PE curriculum and develop a strong sporting culture.
About the Role
- Lead and manage the PE department and ensure high-quality teaching.
- Implement an engaging, challenging, and inclusive PE curriculum.
- Organise PE enrichment programs and school-wide sporting events.
- Inspire students to achieve excellence in both competitive and recreational sports.
About You
- A dedicated and experienced PE teacher with leadership aspirations.
- Strong knowledge of the KS3, KS4, and KS5 PE curriculum.
- Passionate about sports, fitness, and student well-being.
- Able to motivate and develop a team of teachers.
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary (2.5% higher than the main pay scale).
- Twice as many training days as standard.
- Generous pension scheme and employee benefits.
- Access to Ark Rewards (discounts from over 3,000 retailers).
- Interest-free loans for travel and cycling.
- Gym discounts (up to 40%).
- Free and confidential counselling services.
Interested?
To apply or learn more, contact Scott Styles at Scott.Styles@teachingpersonnel.com or call 0161 200 8501.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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