Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: SE13 Lewisham Central Greater London
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Job Title: Head of Physical Education (PE)
Location: Lewisham, SE London (excellent transport links)
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
Salary: MPS/UPS + Inner London
The School: Join our vibrant clients, who are a 'Good' secondary school based in Lewisham, committed to reaching educational excellence. They aim to create a stimulating and supportive environment that allows both students and staff to excel.
The job: Our clients are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Head of Physical Education to lead our PE department. The ideal candidate will design and implement a comprehensive PE curriculum, promote physical fitness and wellbeing, and inspire students to reach their full potential both academically and athletically.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the PE department, offering guidance, support, and mentorship to staff.
* Line manage three Teachers, reporting into the Deputy Head
* Develop and implement an engaging PE curriculum that caters to all students.
* Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued.
* Organize and oversee extracurricular sports activities, competitions, and events.
* Monitor student progress and provide feedback to support continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with other departments to integrate physical activity into the broader school community.
* Stay current with developments in PE pedagogy and incorporate best practices into teaching.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and safeguarding policies.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* A degree in Physical Education or a related field.
* Proven experience teaching PE at the secondary level with a track record of improving student achievement.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum developments and assessment strategies in PE.
* Experience managing budgets and resources effectively.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Edukai is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants