Head of Physical Education (PE) & Health and Social Care

Full-Time | Permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: MPR/UPR + TLR Allowance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational PE teacher to lead a successful Physical Education department within a thriving secondary school. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to shape the PE curriculum, drive student achievement, and promote a strong culture of participation in sport and physical activity.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the PE department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
- Deliver engaging PE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Teach Health and Social Care at Key Stage 4.
- Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment.
- Lead extracurricular sport, fixtures, and enrichment activities.
- Support curriculum development, assessment, and departmental improvement.
- Work collaboratively to ensure positive outcomes for all students, including those with SEND.
- The Ideal Candidate
- Holds QTS and a relevant degree qualification.
- Has experience teaching PE at secondary level, including GCSE or equivalent qualifications.
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate both students and colleagues.
- Is passionate about promoting sport, wellbeing, and student success.
- Has excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.

Why Apply?
- Opportunity to lead a well-established PE department.
- Excellent facilities and strong commitment to sport and enrichment.
- Supportive leadership team and positive school culture.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful applicant.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

- Hold the Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered with the Update Service, or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional references related to working with children or young people

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching before starting employment. All adults working with children and young people are expected to safeguard and promote their welfare at all times.

Why Apply?

- Competitive daily pay
- Full-time, long-term opportunity
- Excellent school environment
- Valuable classroom experience
- Opportunity to develop skills and progress within education

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.