Head of Physical Education (PE) with Qualified Teacher Status
Reports to: Assistant Headteacher
Pay Scale: £130 to 180 Per Day
Contract: Full-time, required for September 2024
Salary: Competitive
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a dynamic and inspirational educator with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to assume the role of Head of Physical Education (PE) at our institution.
About Us:
At the School, we are committed to supporting young people in overcoming the barriers that poverty and social exclusion create, ensuring that all students are able to achieve their full potential. This commitment has inspired us to build a broad network of partnerships, incubating and invigorating student experience, opportunity, drive, and success. We believe that there should be no barriers to a child’s future, and society should be a level playing field. To achieve this, we promise to:
- Emphasize high-quality subject teaching, reinforced by excellent support for learning and intervention.
- Deliver inclusion services that assist personal development.
- Provide excellent pastoral care so no student goes unsupported.
- Continually develop strong leadership and maintain high levels of expertise in education.
Job Description:
As the Head of PE, you will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping our PE department. With a focus on Key Stages 3 and 4, you will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives to enhance standards and student experiences within the department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategic direction of the PE department, setting a compelling vision for its future.
- Build and nurture a high-performing team of educators dedicated to excellence in PE instruction.
- Develop and implement a strategic plan to elevate standards and improve student outcomes in PE.
- Oversee the delivery of engaging and high-quality PE curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning practices within the department.
- Collaborate with colleagues to integrate PE initiatives into broader school goals and initiatives.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes physical activity and well-being.
- Provide leadership and support for extracurricular PE activities, competitions, and events.
- Work closely with the Assistant Headteacher and senior leadership team to align departmental objectives with overall school objectives.
- Keep abreast of developments in PE education and best practices, incorporating innovation and evidence-based approaches into departmental strategies.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a relevant undergraduate degree.
- Proven experience teaching PE at Key Stages 3 and 4, demonstrating a track record of success in raising student achievement.
- Visionary leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and students.
- Strong strategic planning and organizational abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Forward-thinking mindset, adaptability, and commitment to innovation in education.
- Dedication to promoting physical activity, health, and well-being among students.
If you are a forward-thinking, flexible, and committed educator eager to lead our PE department to new heights, we welcome your application.
Application Deadline:
The closing date for applications is 9 am on Friday, 12 April. Interviews are to be held in the week commencing Monday, 22 April.
Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your qualifications, experience, and vision for the role to Shar.Daniel@Protocol-Education.comation].
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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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