Head of Physical Education – Champion a Culture of Excellence in Hounslow

Are you an impact-driven Head of Physical Education seeking a transformative opportunity to shape the sporting vision of an ambitious Hounslow school? Join an energetic, thriving environment where your leadership will inspire, innovate and empower – we're looking for a Head of Physical Education who sees every student as an athlete in the making. This is your chance to take the helm, champion phenomenal progress and drive remarkable outcomes. If you're a dynamic educator with a flair for exceptional curriculum design and a passion for sporting excellence, we want you leading our Physical Education department.

As Head of Physical Education, you will immerse yourself in a vibrant learning community that prizes professional growth, collaboration and innovative practice. You'll lead a department with cutting-edge resources and unrivalled facilities, working alongside a forward-thinking, diverse senior leadership team. From spearheading enrichment programmes to shaping whole-school physical wellbeing initiatives, you'll enjoy a platform for genuine impact and accelerated career progression in a school rated Good to Outstanding by Ofsted. Here, ambition is nurtured and talent celebrated—perfect for high-performing educators determined to leave a legacy.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Physical Education – pivotal, high-impact leadership post
• Salary: Inner London MPS1-6 (£40,317 – £52,300) per year
• Located in the heart of Hounslow with superb transport links
• Ofsted grading: Good to Outstanding – exceptionally strong standards
• Unrivalled professional development and leadership pathways
• Purpose-built sports facilities: multi-surface pitches, athletics track, modern gym
• Outstanding for career-minded teachers ready for Head of Department responsibility
• Culture of high expectations, inclusive teamwork, and ambition

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading, shaping and delivering the Physical Education strategy school-wide
• Mentoring and developing PE staff, driving CPD and best practice
• Overseeing high-calibre teaching and learning across KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Planning and evaluating an exciting, fully inclusive curriculum
• Launching innovative extracurricular and whole-school sports initiatives
• Measuring impact and raising achievement for all learners
• Building local partnerships and hosting major inter-school competitions

Ideal "Head of Physical Education" for this Hounslow School:

• UK-trained educator with QTS
• Outstanding classroom practitioner with proven subject leadership
• Committed to inspirational, evidence-informed teaching
• Creative thinker with a drive for department-wide excellence
• Robust track record of GCSE and/or A-level outcomes in PE
• Excellent references (Good or Outstanding) essential
• ECTs with substantial PE experience considered if exceptional
• Ambitious, solution-focused, and passionate about student physical development

Why Join This Hounslow School?:

• Inspirational SLT promoting aspirational, student-centred values
• Fully modernised sports halls, fitness suites, and technology-enhanced classrooms
• Exceptional behaviour and a collaborative, collegiate staff community
• Extensive CPD: Middle Leaders, NPQs, and bespoke career pathways
• Central Hounslow location—vibrant, accessible and richly diverse
• Enthusiastic, engaged students eager to strive and succeed

Don't miss this chance to shape the future of sport and wellbeing in one of Hounslow's most ambitious schools. If you are an expert and energising Head of Physical Education with vision and drive, your next challenge awaits. Applications are processed on a rolling basis—lead the change, and apply now.

How to Apply

Ready to champion excellence in Physical Education at an innovative all-through school in Hounslow? Act now—submit your application without delay, as we’re reviewing CVs and arranging interviews immediately. Don’t let this transformative leadership opportunity slip away; take your next bold step today!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!