Secondary PE Teacher and Pastoral Leader | PGCE with QTS (Distinction) | MSc Sports Coaching (Distinction)
George is an ambitious and highly driven PE Teacher with experience teaching across KS3–KS5, including AQA GCSE and A-Level Physical Education, alongside significant pastoral responsibility as a Year 10 and 11 Form Tutor. He is now seeking Pastoral Manager or Head of Year opportunities, while also remaining open to PE Teacher and Head of PE roles where he can contribute to whole-school culture and sporting excellence.
George combines academic rigour, outstanding relationship-building skills and genuine warmth, making him a standout candidate for schools looking to strengthen both their pastoral provision and PE department.
Education & Qualifications
- Secondary PE PGCE with QTS (Distinction) : University of Buckingham
- MSc Professional Development: Sports Coaching (Distinction): St Mary’s University, Twickenham
- BA (Hons) Geography, Upper Second Class Honours: King’s College London
Experience Summary
George is currently a PE Teacher and School Charity Coordinator at his current school, where he teaches across the full secondary age range, delivers examination PE at GCSE and A-Level, and plays an integral role in the pastoral life of the school as a Form Tutor for Years 10 and 11. His career reflects a strong blend of academic teaching, high-level coaching, and pastoral leadership, underpinned by a clear commitment to student wellbeing and character development.
- Teach AQA GCSE and A-Level PE alongside core PE and Games across KS3–KS5, supporting students to achieve strong academic and practical outcomes.
- Serve as Year 10 and 11 Form Tutor, providing consistent pastoral care, tracking progress data, supporting wellbeing, and guiding students through the pressures of their GCSE years.
- Lead and coordinate competitive fixtures and structured training programmes across Football, Rugby and Cricket, fostering teamwork, discipline and school pride.
- Act as School Charity Coordinator, organising whole-school fundraising initiatives and building community partnerships to strengthen student engagement and social responsibility.
- Previously supported students with SEN as a Learning Support Assistant, delivering one-to-one and in-class support, adapting learning and reinforcing positive behaviour strategies.
- Bring extensive youth leadership experience from ministry and community sport settings, including leading large youth groups and managing volunteer teams.
Key Strengths
- Proven pastoral capability with strong experience supporting students through key examination years
- High academic standards in PE, with experience teaching and moderating GCSE and A-Level
- Skilled relationship-builder who creates inclusive, respectful and motivating learning environments
- Experienced team leader with the ability to coordinate staff, volunteers and external partnerships
- Calm, organised and resilient under pressure, thriving in busy school settings
- Deep commitment to character education, resilience, teamwork and holistic student development
George brings professionalism, integrity and infectious enthusiasm to every aspect of school life. Whether leading a year group, shaping a PE department, or driving whole-school initiatives, he is exceptionally well placed to make a meaningful and lasting contribution.