Head of Physical Education
Prospero Teaching are working closely with a Good Ofsted rated mixed secondary school in Basingstoke, Hampshire, who are looking to appoint a Head of Physical Education to join them from September.
The school have a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional and inspiring PE specialist to lead a well-established department in a school where students are well behaved and engaged. This role would suit an experienced teacher or current middle leader looking to take the next step in their career.
The school believes strongly in the development of the whole person, both socially and academically, and prides itself on celebrating individual pupil success and effort. They are therefore looking for a leader who is passionate about sport, participation, and student well being and who can contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
Applications are welcome from experienced teachers on the Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale, with a TLR available for the right candidate.
CONTRACT DETAILS
Location - Basingstoke, Hampshire
Position - Head of Physical Education
Contract or position start date - September 2026
Duration / Likely Duration - Permanent
Full time/part time - Full time
Minimum rate of pay - MPS / UPS (dependent on experience) + TLR
Hours - 8:15 am - 4.00pm, plus parent's evenings and leadership/department meetings
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
QTS or equivalent
A strong background teaching PE in UK secondary schools
Previous leadership experience or clear evidence of leadership potential
Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child-related references covering the last 2 years
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
1:1 interview and trial day preparation from our experienced training and development team and qualified teachers
Access to online CPD courses (award-winning upskilling provider - UK Business Awards 2024)If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV