Head of PE in Warminster

Kingdown School is looking for a highly skilled Head of Physical Education to join its dynamic and successful PE Department, with effect from September 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced teacher to lead PE within this hardworking department, supporting the team in raising attainment and challenging students to achieve their best.

Kingdown School is a co-educational, non-denominational secondary school and sixth form, educating young people between the ages of 11 and 18 years. We have a strong reputation in the local community and beyond, built on an unswerving focus on the quality of teaching and learning and great pastoral care. Ranked in the top 10 secondary schools in Wiltshire, our school is located in the charming garrison town of Warminster, with excellent links to Salisbury, Bath, Bristol and the South-West. We are an academy under Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to collaborate and improve local education.

The successful candidate will share our passion for helping all pupils to believe, aspire and achieve, and be able to teach PE across the full age and ability range, up to A Level is desirable. QTS status is essential for the role. Previous experience in a similar leadership role is advantageous.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced teacher committed to delivering excellence;
• Has experience teaching Physical Education to KS5;
• Has proven leadership skills/experience (ideally in PE, or a similar subject area);
• Has a passion for Physical Education and strong expertise in the subject;
• Can teach a broad range of engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and improve student attainment;
• Can work with our subject lead team to plan and deliver lessons and sequences of lessons to the highest standard that ensure real learning takes place and students make superior progress;
• Is able to raise attainment and challenge students to achieve their best;
• Has a commitment to extra-curricular activities;
• Is aware of current initiatives geography and has an in-depth knowledge of the subject and programmes of study across all Key Stages (3-5);
• Is an effective team member who can contribute positively to the work in our PE Department and is capable of supporting the development of colleagues;
• Has a positive, cheerful outlook with a good sense of humour;
• Is able to forge good relationships with students and staff;
• Is able to work hard and remain calm under pressure;
• Has a desire and the potential to develop a career in teaching at a leadership level;
• Has a desire to work within the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) structure.

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression;
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack.

Potential applicants are highly encouraged to arrange a tour to see what Kingdown School has to offer first-hand. Please contact Laura Munro to arrange a tour on: 01985-215551.

Closing Date: Monday 18th May 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date: w/c Monday 18th May

Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.