Head of PE

Job Description

Head of PE

Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: MPS/UPS £32,916 - £51,048 plus a TLR 2C £8,610

Are you passionate about physical education and ready to lead a thriving department? We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head of PE to join our team, full time from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dynamic PE department across Key Stage 3 and 4, promote healthy lifestyles, and inspire pupils to achieve their personal best-both in and out of the classroom.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the PE department and overseeing curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment.
• Organising extracurricular sports, fixtures, and enrichment activities.
• Promoting physical wellbeing, teamwork, and resilience across the school.
• Supporting staff development and ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contributing to whole-school leadership and improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching PE across key stages.
• Proven leadership or middle management experience (desirable).
• A commitment to inclusive, engaging, and high-impact PE provision.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A passion for sport, health, and pupil development.

About the School

• A supportive and collaborative school community.
• Access to professional development and leadership training.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on pupils' physical and emotional wellbeing.