Head of Physical Education

Head of Physical Education - HaveringHead of Physical Education - Permanent, Full TimeHead of Physical Education - September 2026 StartHead of Physical Education - £45,870 - £64,154 per year (dependent on experience)

Are you a passionate Physical Education specialist ready to lead from the front?

Do you have the ambition to build a high-performing department, increase participation in sport, and create a culture of excellence both on and off the field?

If you're ready to take ownership of a thriving PE department and make a lasting impact, this Head of Physical Education opportunity in Havering could be your next big step.

Head of Physical Education - The Role

A successful and forward-thinking secondary school in Havering is seeking to appoint an energetic and inspirational Head of Physical Education from September 2026.

This is more than a teaching post - it is a leadership opportunity to shape the sporting vision of the school, drive competitive success, and champion healthy, active lifestyles across the student body.

As Head of Physical Education, you will:

• Lead, manage and inspire the PE department across KS3-KS5
• Drive high standards in both practical and theoretical PE at GCSE and A Level
• Develop and expand a strong extracurricular and competitive sports programme
• Increase student engagement and participation in clubs, fixtures and tournaments
• Identify and nurture sporting talent while promoting inclusion and teamwork
• Organise sports events, enrichment activities and whole-school competitions
• Contribute to wider school leadership and strategic development

The school is looking for a dynamic leader who brings energy, structure and a clear vision for sporting excellence.

Head of Physical Education - The School

This inclusive and ambitious secondary school in Havering prides itself on achievement, teamwork and community spirit. Sport and physical wellbeing are central to school life, and the Senior Leadership Team fully supports the continued growth of the department.

The school benefits from well-maintained indoor and outdoor sports facilities and a strong culture of extracurricular participation.

Conveniently located just a short walk from the local train station, the school is highly accessible via public transport. There are also excellent transport links in the area, and on-site parking is available for staff.

The school offers:

• A supportive and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team
• Strong investment in sport and enrichment
• Clear behaviour systems that allow staff to focus on teaching and coaching
• Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression

If you are ready to lead, inspire and elevate Physical Education within a thriving Havering secondary school, apply now or contact Karhys at Unity Education for more information.