Head of Physical Education

Job Description

Head ofPhysical Education

Contract term: Permanent

Start date:January 2026

Contract type: Full Time

Salary: GBP £34,398 - £52,490 + TLR2b (£6,649) MPS/UPS

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We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, imaginative and inspiring teacher to join us as Head of Physical Education - Year 7 through to Year 13. The ideal candidate will be an experienced teacher of P.E looking to take their first management position or a current head of department looking for a fresh, exciting challenge.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning and delivery of high-quality P.E. lessons and contribute to our extensive extra-curricular sports programme.

The successful candidate will:

have the vision to fully develop and support thePE department.
be an inspirational communicator and have the skills to both challenge and encourage students to achieve their potential.
be committed to securing positive student outcomes at Key stages 3, 4 and 5.
have the ability to think creatively and encourage student engagement.
This is a brilliant opportunity to work in aforward-thinking department within a supportive and experienced team. If you are looking to work in a 'very good school with an outstanding sixth form' (Ofsted 2022), with fantastic facilities then Roding Valley could be the place for you.

We can offer:

an outstanding ECT provision and support
a friendly and supportive working environment
a comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development
Bike toWork Scheme
freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities

"RVHS is a great place to work as it combines the freedom to be creative in your teaching alongside the support which ensures you are best able to do your job."

You will be joining a school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff. RVHS is keen to embrace an approach that is centred on teaching and learning and the academic attainmentof our students. RVHS is an 11-18 school in Essex, that enjoys a good reputation in the local area and benefits from excellent transport links, including being adjacent to Loughton tube station (Central Line).

For more information see the school websitehttps://www.rodingvalley.net

Informal discussions with the senior team are welcome. Please emailrecruitment@rodingvalley.netforfurther information.

Closing date:Noon onMonday 24th November 2025

Interview dates will be confirmed.

Please note that the application window may close early if enough applications are received.

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.
As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted.  This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the School

Roding Valley High School is a successful 11-18 school in Loughton and is part of The Chelmsford Learning Partnership. Currently catering for around 1400 pupils, this school boasts an excellent local reputation and fantastic facilities which provide an excellent working and learning environment. The school was graded “good” with outstanding features at the last Ofsted.