Head of PE (Female) – High-Performing Girls' Academy in East London (September Start)

An outstanding, forward-thinking secondary school for girls in East London is seeking to appoint a driven, inspiring Head of PE to lead its vibrant Physical Education department for a September start.

This is a premier leadership opportunity to join a positive single-sex learning community celebrated for high educational standards, outstanding sports participation, and rapid professional growth.

Job Overview

This prestigious school has earned a stellar reputation for physical literacy, competitive sports success, and a deep-rooted commitment to empowering young women through athletic achievement. The successful applicant will take full strategic oversight of the PE department, driving curriculum design, extra-curricular fixture schedules, and academic sports provision across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (including GCSE PE and Vocational Sport pathways).

Leading a dedicated team of PE specialists, you will foster an inclusive, high-energy environment that promotes physical fitness, teamwork, and elite performance. This is a full-time, permanent leadership role suited to an accomplished, organized practitioner ready to shape the future of sports education. (Note: Gender exemption applies under the Equality Act 2010 for physical education provision in a single-sex setting).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, management, and curriculum design for the Physical Education department across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Line manage, mentor, and evaluate PE department staff to maintain high standards of teaching and learning

• Oversee the delivery of theoretical options including GCSE PE and BTEC/Vocational Sport qualifications to secure outstanding exam outcomes

• Expand and coordinate an extensive extra-curricular sports program, including lunchtime clubs, after-school practices, and inter-school fixtures

• Maintain rigorous health, safety, and risk assessment protocols across all indoor and outdoor sports facilities

• Manage the departmental budget, equipment inventory, and resource allocation effectively

• Perform Form Tutor duties, driving the holistic tracking and wellbeing of your student cohort

• Shape whole-school health, fitness, and wellbeing initiatives to maximize pupil participation across all ability levels

The School

This thriving girls' school in East London is renowned for its impressive academic progress, inclusive ethos, and supportive work environment. Leaders benefit from progressive senior management, top-tier sports facilities—including multi-use games areas, dynamic indoor sports halls, and fully resourced fitness suites—and a united staff culture.

The PE department is central to the school’s identity, maintaining a strong focus on inspiring every student to build lifelong habits of physical activity, leadership, and self-confidence.

What’s on Offer

• Empowering, high-achieving single-sex educational environment

• Competitive salary paid to scale on Inner/Outer London MPS/UPS plus generous TLR 2b / TLR 1 allowance (commensurate with leadership experience)

• Permanent, full-time contract starting September

• Top-tier sports infrastructure and extensive co-curricular budgets

• Prime East London location with seamless transport connections across the capital

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will feature:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)

• An honors degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a closely related discipline

• A proven track record of outstanding PE delivery across KS3/KS4, alongside strong GCSE PE theoretical results

• Demonstrated leadership experience (e.g., 2i/c, Key Stage Coordinator, or existing Head of Department)

• Exceptional organizational and team-management skills to direct fixtures, staff rotas, and department strategy

• An ambitious, forward-thinking, and resilient approach to physical education and school leadership

Application

To be considered for this Head of PE leadership post in East London, please submit your CV as soon as possible for a September start.