Do you have the leadership skills to inspire a team of teachers and motivate students across KS3, KS4, and KS5?
Do you excel at developing both an inclusive curriculum for all and a competitive extra-curricular sports programme?
Are you an experienced PE professional (QTS) who thrives on driving student progress and attainment?
If you have the passion and expertise to lead, we want to hear from you.
Position: Head of Physical Education (PE)
Location: Essex
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent position
Salary: Depending on experience and qualifications
Start Date: ASAP
Qualification: A relevant degree and QTS, proven leadership experience
Randstad Education has an exciting leadership opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational Head of Physical Education (PE) to join a thriving academy. The suitable candidate will be responsible for shaping an outstanding curriculum and inspiring both students and staff.
This is a permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours.
You can simply email your CV now to durgakumari.v@randstad.co.uk and I will get in touch with you shortly!
Responsibilities:
... - Lead and manage the PE department, including staff, curriculum, and strategy.
- Drive standards of teaching and learning and be accountable for student attainment and progress.
- Manage the departmental budget, resources, and extra-curricular sports programme.
- Ensure departmental compliance with all safeguarding and health & safety policies.
- Act as the lead practitioner and role model for excellence in PE.
Preferred Skills:
- Proven leadership and management experience within a school (e.g., Second in Department, Head of Key Stage).
- A strong track record of improving student attainment and exam results.
- Experience in curriculum design, strategic planning, and implementation.
- Skill in managing a departmental budget and resources.
- Ability to lead and develop a successful extra-curricular sports programme.
Personal Attributes:
- An inspirational and motivational leader with a clear vision for the department.
- A strategic thinker with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Resilient, positive, and professional in your approach.
- A collaborative team builder who can support and develop staff.
- A strong commitment to inclusion, participation, and student well-being.
Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.
All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.
If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to durgakumari.v@randstad.co.uk and I will be in touch with you!!
I look forward to hearing from you soon!
