Job Title: PE & Outdoor Learning Lead
Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7LR
Salary: Up to £30,450.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date: March 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
The PE & Outdoor Learning Lead plays a key role in promoting physical wellbeing, healthy lifestyles and positive engagement in learning across Ashley Park–Skylarks School. You will lead the development and delivery of a high-quality, inclusive PE and outdoor learning programme that reflects the needs of all pupils, encourages participation and supports both physical and emotional wellbeing.
This role combines high-quality teaching with leadership of PE, outdoor learning and healthy living, creating positive, enjoyable experiences that inspire pupils to be active, confident and motivated.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, deliver and monitor a progressive, high-quality PE and outdoor learning curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils
* Increase participation in sport and physical activity across the school, ensuring access and inclusion for every child
* Act as a positive role model, creating a fun, motivating and supportive environment for learning
* Promote healthy living through PE, PSHE and outdoor learning, including the development of mindfulness and wellbeing activities
* Support pupils to develop confidence, independence, teamwork and positive social interaction through physical activity
* Identify and reduce barriers to participation, ensuring all pupils can engage successfully
* Maintain effective links with local sporting clubs, organisations and the wider community to enhance opportunities for pupils
* Support the organisation and administration of PE activities, including the use of off-site facilities
About You
You will have:
* Degree in Education (desirable)
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (desirable)
* A good understanding of safeguarding principles and practice
* Knowledge and experience of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
* Full UK Driving Licence
About Us
Ashley Park is a brand-new independent specialist school for 60 autistic pupils aged 11–19, offering tailored education, care, and support within a safe and supportive environment.
Located in Epsom, Surrey, we provide a unique mix of learning opportunities and therapeutic support to meet a wide spectrum of needs and abilities, ensuring every pupil can thrive.
For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.
Why Join Us?
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
o Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
o Hundreds of UK and international discounts
o Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
o Critical illness cover
o Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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