Assistant Head of PE in Manchester

We are looking for a passionate, morally driven educationalist to join our fabulous Levenshulme team. The role of Assistant Head in PE is a brilliant opportunity. We have a strong PE team of excellent practitioners. On a whole-school level, we are preparing for a 4-year school improvement plan that will guide our next journey to 2030. The Assistant Head of PE will play a key role in this, contributing to the whole-school plan and driving further strengthening and change in PE.

We invest in our people. As part of GMET, you’ll benefit from a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing, help you save money, and make your salary go further including:

• A minimum 20% PPA allowance for all staff
• Joint PPA time for departments to plan collaboratively
• A genuine commitment to wellbeing and effective workload management
• A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture
• High expectations for all learners and staff
• A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
• Opportunities to innovate and collaborate across the trust
• A commitment to equity, diversity and accessibility
• Tailored CPD and coaching
• Trust-wide networks and learning communities
• Leadership development pathways
• Access to wellbeing resources and flexible working options
• Gym membership

How to Apply:

1. Register or log in to MyNewTerm.

2. Complete the application form.

3. Include a personal statement tailored to the role.

4. Submit your application before the deadline.

We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS checks
• Reference and identity verification
• Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This position is perfect for either an experienced leader or an up-and-coming leader of PE. Drive, strong pedagogy and an openness to new ideas are key characteristics that we will be looking for. This, of course, must be underpinned by a love of PE and a commitment to providing for children and community. The professional opportunities at Levenshulme and GMET are substantial and the future of both is very exciting.

Levenshulme High School is an outstanding, high-performing, and inclusive girls’ school situated in the heart of the vibrant, multicultural community of Levenshulme, Manchester. We are a part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust, Together, we create lives of opportunity. Our ethos is rooted in the Co-operative Values, which have earned us the prestigious Quality Mark from the International Values-based Education Trust. These values shape our dedicated school community, inspiring every individual to achieve their personal and academic best.

We are committed to delivering the highest standards of education, empowering our students to become future leaders and responsible global citizens, ready to make meaningful contributions to the 21st-century world. At Levenshulme High School, we are proud to serve a diverse and inclusive community, guided by our co-operative values and a commitment to equality of opportunity for all students.

The successful candidate will be part of a passionate and talented team dedicated to student success and professional excellence. We offer a highly supportive and collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and professional development is prioritised. Together, we work to develop efficient and effective practices that achieve meaningful outcomes, while fostering a culture of openness, honesty, and wellbeing.

If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and grow, Levenshulme is the place to thrive. A Trust for Every Child and Every Colleague – we believe that great futures are built by great people. Colleagues who work in our schools will experience the same focus on care and guidance, opportunity and challenge, so that they can deliver an exceptional education to our young people.

We strive for excellence in everything we do. At GMET, every role, from teaching to support, is valued. You’ll be supported and empowered to grow within a trust where our core values guide our work with learners, colleagues, families, and the wider community.