Head of Physical Education; PE

Head of Physical Education

We are recruiting on behalf of a high-performing secondary school in Essex for an outstanding and ambitious Teacher of PE to take on the role of Head of Physical Education
.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a successful and well-established PE department within a school that places a strong emphasis on staff development, student achievement, and wellbeing
. The role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis
, with a TLR2B in recognition of departmental leadership responsibilities.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach PE up to GCSE and post-16
• Lead, inspire, and develop a committed and passionate PE team
• Drive excellence in both curricular and extracurricular PE
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school
• Have the ability to teach an additional subject (desirable but not essential)

• Outstanding outcomes: Consistently among the highest-achieving schools in Essex
• Supportive culture: Strong focus on staff wellbeing, professional growth, and collaboration
• Excellent location: Easily accessible from London and across Essex via major transport links

The school offers excellent career progression opportunities
, supported by a comprehensive induction programme and high-quality, ongoing professional development overseen by senior leaders.

This role would suit an experienced PE teacher ready to take the next step into leadership, or an existing Head of Department seeking a new challenge in a thriving school environment.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check
.

Closing date: Sunday 1st February 2026

Interviews: To be arranged as applications are received