Head of Physical Education with Health and Social Care
Posted 2 days 13 hours ago by Emerald Teaching
Emerald Teaching is recruiting on behalf of a secondary school seeking an inspirational and experienced Head of Physical Education (PE) & Health and Social Care to join their leadership team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and dedicated professional to lead the department, drive academic achievement and promote high standards of teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of rapidly and sustainably raising standards, alongside the leadership skills required to inspire both staff and students.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead and develop the PE and Health & Social Care department.
- Drive improvements in teaching, learning and student outcomes.
- Develop and implement effective curriculum planning and assessment strategies.
- Inspire, motivate and support departmental staff.
- Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment.
- Promote participation in physical education, sport and extracurricular activities.
- Maintain high expectations for behaviour, achievement and safeguarding.
- A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education or a closely related subject.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Proven experience of raising educational standards rapidly and sustainably.
- Strong leadership and departmental management skills.
- Experience teaching PE and an understanding of Health & Social Care.
- Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
Emerald Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.