Head of Department Physical Education

St Edwards Church of England School Head of Department Physical Education Contract: Full Time, Permanent (33.25 hours per week) Salary: MPR/UPR + TLR2c (£37,870 to £56,154 + £8,611) Start date: September 2026 St Edward’s Church of England Academy continues to grow and prosper, and we are now seeking an St Edward’s Church of England Academy is a thriving, inclusive and values driven school that continues to grow in both size and ambition. As part of this exciting journey, we are seeking to appoint an inspirational Head of Physical Education to lead a highly valued and dynamic department. Physical Education at St Edward’s plays a central role in developing confident, resilient and healthy young people. This role offers the opportunity to shape an ambitious and inclusive curriculum that promotes participation, teamwork and excellence, while also supporting the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of students. We are a school that works hard — but with humanity and sustainability at the forefront. Leaders are deeply mindful of workload, staff wellbeing and home life, and we actively foster a culture of professional trust, collaboration and balance. The successful candidate will: Provide strong, inspiring leadership for the PE department Shape and deliver a high quality, inclusive PE curriculum Promote enjoyment, participation and achievement in sport and physical activity Support and develop colleagues within a collaborative team Contribute to whole school improvement and wider school life Share our commitment to enabling students to live life in all its fullness This role is ideal for a passionate leader who believes in the power of sport and physical activity to change lives and strengthen community. As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer: A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond) Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme) A supportive w