Head of PE

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4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Head of PE and Outdoor Education

Location: Longdon Hall School, Staffordshire, WS15 4PT

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of PE to join our close-knit team at Longdon Hall School, part of Acorn Education.

About the role

The Head PE will lead and manage the Physical Education department, fostering a positive culture of physical health, wellness, and sportsmanship. Your role will be to oversee curriculum development, ensure compliance with educational standards, and create a dynamic and inclusive environment that encourages student participation in physical activities. The role requires strong leadership, organisational skills, and a commitment to promoting the benefits of physical education for all students.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive PE curriculum that aligns with national or regional standards.
• Oversee and mentor PE staff, ensuring effective teaching practices, professional development, and collaboration across the department.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the PE department, ensuring continuous improvement in teaching and student outcomes.
• Organize and manage extracurricular sports programs, inter-school competitions, and after-school sports activities.
• Promote inclusivity in sports and physical education, ensuring all students are encouraged to participate, regardless of ability.
• Maintain and manage the school's sports facilities and equipment, ensuring safety standards are met.
• Develop strong relationships with parents, staff, and external sports organizations to promote a culture of physical health and well-being.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in all physical education activities.
• Prepare and manage the department's budget, allocating resources effectively to meet program goals.
• Lead the organization of school sports events, including sports days, tournaments, and other physical education-related events.
• Provide ongoing assessment of students’ performance and progress, utilizing both formative and summative evaluation methods.
• Act as a role model, demonstrating a healthy lifestyle and the importance of physical activity.

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• UK QTS
• SEN experience

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

About us

Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

This opportunity is in Lichfield which is within commutable distance of Cannock, Burton upon Trent and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.