Head of Physical Education

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Physical Education to lead a dedicated team of professionals in our Physical Education Faculty. The successful candidate will be an inspirational professional who will provide vision, strong leadership, and direction. As an experienced practitioner with a track record of excellent outcomes for their students, they will lead by example, having the highest expectations for both student engagement, outcomes and behaviour across the Faculty, while nurturing the school's inclusive ethos. They will ensure the Physical Education curriculum and all lessons in the Faculty meet the curriculum aims of the school: Curriculum aims

• Inspire our students to have a boundless curiosity and a love of learning with our broad choice of subjects and rich content.
• Instil a sense of belonging and community responsibility in a happy, safe and caring environment that celebrates diversity, underpinned by our 'Respect for All, By All' ethos.
• Develop resilience, enabling students to overcome both academic and personal barriers.
• Build independence and students' belief in themselves, giving them the confidence to be who they are.
• Ensure students have the opportunity to become 'who they aspire to be' and the best version of themselves by continually guiding them in how to improve towards their academic and personal goals and fulfil their potential
The successful candidate will have the ability to teach Physical Education to both GCSE and A Level standard.APPLICATION PROCESS This is a permanent teaching TLR 1A role, starting in January 2025. Full details of the role can be found within the attached recruitment pack. Please apply using the TES Quick Apply button on the website. The supporting statement must include the following sections with clear headings.
• Why you wish to apply for this role
• Your insights on the key elements necessary for consistently effective teaching across a PE faculty
• A brief summary of any impact you have had in your current role within you PE department. and achievements in your current or recent relevant role(s)
• Your experience of and approach to leading and developing others
The supporting statement should be no more than 1500 words (excluding headings) Please note that applications which are not in this format may not be considered for shortlisting. CLOSING DATE: 9am Monday 7th October 2024Safeguarding Checks Belper School and Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves regulated activity, references and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates, successful appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and relevant recruitment checks that comply with guidance in the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services.


• Your insights on the key elements necessary for consistently effective teaching across a PE faculty
• A brief summary of any impact you have had in your current role within you PE department. and achievements in your current or recent relevant role(s)
• Your experience of and approach to leading and developing others
The supporting statement should be no more than 1500 words (excluding headings)