Head of PE / Teacher of Girls PE

Wembley Source: WhatJobs

£45,787–£64,684

Head of PE / Teacher of Girls PE Harrow January 2027
Are you an experienced PE Teacher or current Head of PE looking for a January 2027 leadership role in Harrow?
This Head of PE role is a 12-month maternity cover position based at a high-performing Catholic secondary school and sixth form with a strong sense of community, clear values and excellent sporting facilities.
Head of PE | Key Details
Head of PE / Teacher of Girls PE
January 2027 start
12-month maternity cover contract
Salary £45,787-£64,684 + TLR
Full-time role
Based in Harrow
Suitable for an experienced PE Teacher ready for leadership or an existing Head of PE
Head of PE | The Role
Lead the PE department and drive standards across the curriculum
Teach PE across KS3-KS5, with a clear focus on girls PE
Plan, deliver and monitor high-quality PE lessons
Support participation, progress and confidence across sport and fitness
Lead fixtures, enrichment, extra-curricular sport and wider PE provision
Work closely with senior leaders to support curriculum, assessment and pupil outcomes
Promote high expectations, positive behaviour and strong pupil engagement
Head of PE | Candidate Requirements
Qualified PE Teacher with QTS
Strong secondary PE teaching experience
Experience teaching and supporting girls PE
Ability to lead staff, curriculum planning and departmental standards
Confident managing changing-room supervision, safeguarding and pupil welfare expectations
Female applicants only: this post has a genuine occupational requirement due to the nature of girls PE delivery, changing-room supervision and safeguarding responsibilities
Commitment to supporting the ethos and values of a Catholic secondary school
This Head of PE maternity cover role would suit a committed PE specialist who can lead by example, maintain high standards and play a key role in the wider life of a busy secondary school.
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