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Head of PE
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 31,650 - 49,084 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester, City of Leicester
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Are you a dynamic and inspiring PE educator ready to take the next step in your career? A prestigious independent school in Leicester is seeking an exceptional Head of PE to lead its well-established Physical Education department from September 2025. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction of sport and physical wellbeing within a school renowned for its sporting excellence.
About the Role
As Head of PE, you will lead a vibrant and committed team, overseeing the delivery of an engaging PE curriculum across KS3 to KS5, including GCSE and A-Level PE. You will take responsibility for departmental planning, curriculum development, assessment, and staff mentoring, while continuing to teach and model outstanding practice. A key part of the role involves coordinating an extensive extracurricular programme of competitive sports, clubs, and whole-school events.
About the School
Located in Leicester, this leading independent day school is known for its academic achievement, inclusive ethos, and exceptional extracurricular provision. With first-class sporting facilities—including expansive playing fields, a modern sports hall, and a fitness suite—the school promotes physical education as a cornerstone of student development and wellbeing.
Why Join This School?
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🏆 Leading Independent School: Join a respected institution with a national reputation for academic and sporting success
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🎯 Strategic Leadership Role: Influence the future of PE and sport across the whole school
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🏟️ Outstanding Facilities: Access to state-of-the-art sporting resources and facilities
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💼 Career Progression: Excellent opportunities for leadership development and CPD
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🤝 Supportive Community: A collaborative staff culture and engaged student body
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🌱 Holistic Education: A school that values character, health, and student wellbeing
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Hold a degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related discipline
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Possess QTS, PGCE, or an equivalent teaching qualification
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Have proven experience teaching PE at KS3–KS5, including exam PE (GCSE and A-Level)
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Demonstrate previous leadership experience or clear readiness for middle leadership
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Be an excellent classroom practitioner and passionate advocate for school sport
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Be committed to inclusivity, participation, and promoting a lifelong love of fitness
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this Head of PE position will be paid to scale (MPS/UPS) plus TLR, depending on experience. A direct contract with the school is offered, along with access to a wide range of staff benefits, including generous CPD funding and use of school facilities.
Apply Now – Head of PE
If you are a passionate and ambitious PE educator ready to lead and innovate in a high-performing independent school, we would love to hear from you.
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