Head of PE

St Annes RC Voluntary Academy is a thriving Catholic Secondary School, part of the Emmaus Trust. With a strong family ethos and a commitment to the ‘St Annes Way’ of united teamwork, we strive to provide an exceptional educational experience for all our students.

Head of PE

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead and manage our PE department across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring excellent outcomes for all our students, fostering a love of physical activity and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the PE department
• Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum that engages and challenges students
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the department, identifying areas for improvement
• Manage and develop a talented team of PE teachers, supporting their professional growth
• Organise and oversee a wide range of extracurricular sports and activities
• Promote the school’s ethos and values through the PE curriculum and beyond

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Substantial experience teaching PE in a secondary school setting
• Proven track record of leading and managing a successful PE department
• Excellent subject knowledge and ability to inspire students
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to the Catholic ethos and values of the school

Desirable Qualities:

• Experience in developing and implementing innovative teaching strategies
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and the wider school community
• Passion for promoting physical and mental well-being among students
• Willingness to contribute to the broader life of the school

Salary and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary within the range of Main Scale/Upper Pay Scale, plus a TLR commensurate with the responsibilities of the role.

St Annes RC Voluntary Academy is a ‘Good’ school, as recognised by Ofsted in June 2023. We pride ourselves on our family ethos and the ‘St Annes Way’ of united teamwork, where we work together to support our children. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving school and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.

What we offer

• A dedicated, enthusiastic and highly professional staff team
• A professional working environment in which all staff are valued and listened to.
• Excellent behaviour systems, meaning pupils can learn and teachers can teach
• A comprehensive induction programme
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• Work collaboratively alongside other members of the mathematics department to ensure that schemes of work provide a curriculum that develops knowledge, skills and a love of the subject

If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role to arrange a visit to meet please email sarah.roche@stannesrcvoluntaryacademy.com

Closing date: 31st January 2025 at 10.00am

Interviews: Week commencing 3rd February

Our strong Catholic Ethos at St Anne’s means we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Completed applications should be sent to Sarah Roche, Business Manager, by emailing sarah.roche@stannesrcvoluntaryacademy.com