Head of Department, Physical Education (PE) – Permanent
The King's School, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1RA31 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 9am
Date listed
20 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS1-UPS3
Additional allowances
TLR2c (£8,610)
What skills and experience we're looking for
For September 2026 we are looking to appoint a Head of Department who can lead the delivery of core PE at Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 as well as GCSE PE and A Level PE. It is essential that the successful candidate is passionate about PE and has excellent subject and curriculum knowledge. We are looking for an enthusiastic leader who can ensure that all students understand the relevance and importance of PE in today’s world as well as in their own lives and who can lead this successful department into the future. PE is taught in mixed ability classes, so the successful candidate will need to be experienced in adaptive teaching, but also not be afraid to take risks and embed a culture of dynamic and creative lessons across the department. You will need to be able to work collaboratively as part of a team and be willing to embed new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning, as well as making wider contributions to the school community.
What the school offers its staff
“A mindbogglingly good, state comprehensive. Proving that consistent, well-managed, well-resourced, well-delivered and kind education for all can, and does, make a difference to a community.” (The Good Schools Guide, 2025)
The King's School is an 11-18 comprehensive school, which takes great pride in the promotion of excellence in teaching and learning, pastoral care and extra-curricular activities. Our core purpose of 'Achievement for All' encourages every student to develop their skills, interests and talents, not just through academic achievement but also through a rich variety of enrichment opportunities including house competitions, extra-curricular clubs, trips and visits.
Further information about the job
Please contact Mrs. Pocock at recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk for further details or see our website and apply online. The closing date is 09:00 on Monday 20th April 2026. It is anticipated that interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 27th April 2026.
Commitment to safeguarding
When applying for the role, it is important that you refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website (About Us – Policy Documents). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of students so all staff are enhanced DBS checked.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The King's School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1108 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The King's School website
- Email address
- recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01404 812982
Academy - Comprehensive 11-18 school
Arranging a visit to The King's School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk.
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