Job Title: Head of PE
Reporting to: Assistant Principal
Salary: United Learning PayScale (Competitive with MPS/UPS) Plus TLR ranging from £4,000 - £6,000 depending on experience.
Contract: Permanent, United Learning Contract
Start Date: September 2026
Irlam and Cadishead Academy is seeking to appoint an inspiring and committed Head of Physical Education to lead and develop our PE department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious practitioner with a passion for physical education, sport, and student wellbeing.
Are you a passionate teacher? Looking for a new challenge? If you are looking for a role within a super friendly school, then read on!
We are committed to developing confident, healthy, and active students. We pride ourselves on delivering a broad and inclusive Physical Education curriculum that encourages teamwork, resilience, and lifelong fitness habits. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of PE to join our dedicated team and help inspire the next generation.
Irlam and Cadishead is part of United Learning, one of the country’s leading multi-academy trusts. We serve more than 64,000 pupils and support around 10,000 staff in our schools, and we offer a growing range of additional services, including teacher training, professional development programmes, and a full curriculum package for schools. Everything that we do is geared towards improving life outcomes for young people. We also believe in offering our staff 'more pay, more time and more support' .
Closing date for applications is Monday 23rd February, interviews w/c 2nd March, however should we find a suitable candidate before this date we may end the application date early.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful applicants.
If you would like to arrange a visit to the school please contact Mrs Karen Thornton, Karen.Thornton@irlamandcadishead.org.uk