Curriculum Leader PE
Willowfield School, London, E17 6ND15 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
10 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
25 September 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £37,870 - £56,154 + TLR 2c (£8,611)
Additional allowances
TLR 2c (£8,611)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Willowfield School is a vibrant, inclusive, and oversubscribed 11–16 comprehensive school in the heart of East London. We are proud of our diverse community, where over 50 languages are spoken, and every child is valued and supported to thrive.
We are seeking a passionate and experiencedLeader of PEto join our dedicated team and lead our PE provision for pupils. This is a key leadership role, central to our mission of ensuring every child receives a rich, rewarding, and inclusive education.
What We’re Looking For
Leadership to galvanise and guide a newly established and enthusiastic team
Drive and ambition to enhance and enrich the PE curriculum, including a strong and inclusive extra-curricular offer
Experience and desire to develop in school and external competitions
Desire and ability to place PE at the heart of our school experience
What We Offer
Enthusiastic pupils who value sport and exercise.
Talented, athletic pupils who represent the school at the highest levels in local and national competitions
A school that values health and exercise and their key role in promoting wellbeing for all
Outstanding facilities and resources
A committed and enthusiastic team with energy and a range of experience
Join Us
At Willowfield, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed. If you share our values and have the expertise to lead PE provision with compassion and excellence, we would love to hear from you.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
Enthusiastic pupils who value sport and exercise.
Talented, athletic pupils who represent the school at the highest levels in local and national competitions
A school that values health and exercise and their key role in promoting wellbeing for all
Outstanding facilities and resources
A committed and enthusiastic team with energy and a range of experience
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
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About Willowfield School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1004 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Willowfield School website
- Email address
- michael.thomas@willowfield-school.co.uk
- Phone number
- 02085274065
Willowfield School is a vibrant, inclusive, and oversubscribed 11–16 comprehensive school in the heart of East London. We are proud of our diverse community, where over 50 languages are spoken, and every child is valued and supported to thrive.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced SENDCO to join our dedicated team and lead our provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. This is a key leadership role, central to our mission of ensuring every child receives a rich, rewarding, and inclusive education.
What We’re Looking For:
• A qualified teacher with the National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete it).
• Proven experience in supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to inspire staff, pupils, and families.
• A collaborative approach to working with external agencies and the wider school community.
What We Offer:
• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• A school culture rooted in kindness, curiosity, and respect.
• Excellent facilities, including a new building and resources.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Join Us
At Willowfield, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed. If you share our values and have the expertise to lead SEND provision with compassion and excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Arranging a visit to Willowfield School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email michael.thomas@willowfield-school.co.uk.
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