Head Of PE

Head of PE

Location:

Gillingham
Salary: £120 - £250 per day (Depending on experience)

Start Date:

Immediate
Contract Type:
Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you an inspiring and dynamic Physical Education leader ready to shape the future of sports and fitness in a thriving school environment?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Head of Physical Education to join a forward‑thinking secondary school in Gillingham. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can lead a passionate team, promote a culture of health and wellbeing, and help students achieve their full potential in physical education and beyond.

The school is committed to delivering high-quality education within a supportive and inclusive environment. With a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal development, the school offers a broad and balanced curriculum. Staff are encouraged to innovate and collaborate, supported by ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Lead and manage the PE department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Develop and deliver an engaging PE curriculum that promotes physical fitness and teamwork.
• Organise extracurricular sports activities and events to enrich student experience.
• Foster an inclusive environment that encourages participation from all students.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching PE and leading a department or team.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• A passion for promoting health, fitness, and wellbeing among young people.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

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