Assistant Head of PE

Levenshulme High School, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M19 1FS

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  27 August 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  6 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £36,443.00 - £54,575.00 Annually (Actual) MPS - UPS + TLR 2a

Assistant Head of PE job summary

About Us

Levenshulme High School is an outstanding, high-performing, and inclusive girls’ school situated in the heart of the vibrant, multicultural community of Levenshulme, Manchester. We are a part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust, Together, we create lives of opportunity.

Our ethos is rooted in the Co-operative Values, which have earned us the prestigious Quality Mark from the International Values-based Education Trust. These values shape our dedicated school community, inspiring every individual to achieve their personal and academic best.

We are committed to delivering the highest standards of education, empowering our students to become future leaders and responsible global citizens, ready to make meaningful contributions to the 21st-century world.

Please visit our website to learn more about us and contact: recruitment@levenshulmehigh.co.uk if you would like to arrange a visit to the academy prior to application.

The Role

We are looking for a passionate, morally driven educationalist to join our fabulous Levenshulme team. The role of Assistant Head in PE is a brilliant opportunity. We have a strong PE team of excellent practioners. On a whole school level, we are preparing for a 4-year school improvement plan that will guide our next journey to 2030. The Assistant Head of PE will play a key role in this, contributing to the whole school plan and driving further strengthening and change in PE.

About You

This position is perfect for either an experience leader or an up-and-coming leader of PE. Drive, strong pedagogy and an openness to new ideas are key characteristics that we will be looking for. This, of course must be underpinned by a love of PE and of providing for children and community. The professional opportunities at Levenshulme and GMET are substantial and the future of both are very exciting.

Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Why Join Us?

At Levenshulme High School, we are proud to serve a diverse and inclusive community, guided by our co-operative values and a commitment to equality of opportunity for all students. The successful candidate will be part of a passionate and talented team dedicated to student success and professional excellence. We offer a highly supportive and collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and professional development is prioritised. Together, we work to develop efficient and effective practices that achieve meaningful outcomes, while fostering a culture of openness, honesty, and wellbeing. If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and grow, Levenshulme is the place to thrive.

A Trust for Every Child and Every Colleague

We believe that great futures are built by great people. Colleagues who work in our schools will experience the same focus on care and guidance, opportunity and challenge, so that they can deliver an exceptional education to our young people. They will become the very best practitioners through bespoke support and opportunities to learn professionally, to collaborate, to lead innovation and to advance their career with us.

We strive for excellence in everything we do. At GMET, every role, from teaching to support, is valued. You’ll be supported and empowered to grow within a trust where our core values guide our work with learners, colleagues, families, and the wider community.

We invest in our people. As part of GMET, you’ll benefit from a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing, help you save money, and make your salary go further including:

• A minimum 20% PPA allowance for all staff
• Joint PPA time for departments to plan collaboratively
• A genuine commitment to wellbeing and effective workload management
• A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture
• High expectations for all learners and staff
• A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
• Opportunities to innovate and collaborate across the trust
• A commitment to equity, diversity and accessibility
• Tailored CPD and coaching
• Trust-wide networks and learning communities
• Leadership development pathways
• Access to wellbeing resources and flexible working options
• Gym Membership

How to Apply

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Submit your application before the deadline

We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS checks
• Reference and identity verification
• Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Levenshulme High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

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About Levenshulme High School

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1048 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Levenshulme High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/levenshulme-high-school

We are looking for a successful candidate to join a committed team of specialists within this vibrant, multi-cultural school for girls. This post offers an outstanding opportunity for professional development in a secure and supportive environment.

Levenshulme High School is an 11-16, comprehensive school for girls. We are located in South Manchester at the heart of a vibrant, multi-cultural community, which is languages-rich and highly aspirational. There are 1000 young people here, who are committed to both their academic progress and their personal development. We have a rich and full curriculum, which meets the needs and interests of students of all abilities as well as building a strong sense of identity and personal values.

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