Purpose of the job: The postholder will provide professional leadership and management for Physical Education to secure high-quality teaching, effective use of resources, and high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. The core focus of the role is to enable progress and achievement for all, within an atmosphere in which students feel challenged, valued and secure. Responsible for: - The leadership and management of Physical Education, including teaching staff and other specified personnel within the area. - Development and delivery of Key Stage3, 4 and 5 Physical Education Curricula and Qualifications. - The provision of a full learning experience and support for pupils in Physical Education. Liaising with: Faculty Leaders, Assistant Headteachers, Senior Leadership Team, Year Leaders, Pupil Support Services and relevant staff with cross-school responsibilities, relevant support staff, LA representatives, external agencies and parents. Key Responsibilities: - Physical Education Curriculum Design and Delivery Leadership - Classroom delivery to Physical Education classes - Line management and development of Physical Education Teaching Staff - Subject leadership of student behaviour and culture within the CREATIVES curriculum area Specific responsibilities: Leadership: - be a proactive member of the Subject Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and decision making, leading staff groups and attending all relevant meetings - model excellent professional behaviours at all times - liaise effectively with the Senior Leadership Team, Faculty Leaders, Year Leaders, - Student Support Services, external links and families - act in accordance with the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions around general professional duties of staff including patrols, duties and event attendance - drive effective positive school change through line management of staff and teams, developing staff and holding individuals and teams to account to ensure impactful outcomes for students. - support the wider staff body in reducing workload, forward planning and efficient use of resources including school budgets. - support the Faculty leader for Creatives in the leadership and management of the Creatives Faculty Area - take an active role in the school coaching programmes and mentoring of staff plan, lead and monitor the impact of subject co-planning meetings - design, deliver and monitor the impact of Data-Driven Instruction approaches to student attainment in Physical Education Subjects. - Plan, oversee and deliver a comprehensive PE extra curricular offer including school teams, fixtures, events and competitions. - provide Physical Education timetable information to the Deputy Headteacher to enable them to produce an annual timetable, to ensure the best use of subject and other expertise - take part in the school performance management policy, appraising staff as required and using the process to develop the personal and professional effectiveness of the appraisee - support the Faculty leader for CREATIVES in the production of a Physical Education Improvement Plan as part of the School Improvement Plan, to include - staff development and training implications - provide staff reference and recruitment information as requested by the Headteacher Curriculum Design and Delivery: - lead on the development of long and medium term schemes of work for Physical Education subjects - ensure that teachers are clear about the teaching objectives in lessons, understand the sequence of teaching and learning in the subject, and communicate such information to pupils - deliver and model excellent classroom teaching to own classes - be a form tutor - ensure effective teaching in Business, so that lessons are challenging and exciting, evaluating the quality of teaching and standards of pupils’ achievement, and setting targets for improvement - provide all those with involvement in the teaching or support of Physical Education, the help, challenge, information and development necessary to sustain motivation and secure improvement in teaching - ensure pupils’ attainment in Physical Education at GCSE and A Level and any other qualification offered is in line with the expectations of the school, and meets all the targets set by Governors and Senior Leadership - identify appropriate resources for Physical Education and ensure that they are used efficiently, effectively and safely. - ensure that Physical Education meets the requirements of the examination boards with respect to invigilation, moderation and marking - ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all pupils, including those of high ability and those with special educational or linguistic needs - manage the Physical Education capitation budget and resources Student Culture: - to ensure effective safeguarding of students across the Physical Education team in line with KCSIE - establish and maintain policies and practices to promote positive pupil behaviour and achievement in Physical Education within the framework of the school policy for Positive Discipline - build a positive cure or praise and reward for students within the Physical Education Team - develop an active and engaging extra-curricular offer for PE. - to lead an oversee PE trips, events, fixtures and competitions. - provide guidance on the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the subject and of different pupils - monitor the use of the Positive Discipline policy in Physical Education to ensure that staff are consistent and effective in their use of the policy - support colleagues in the Creatives Area in dealing with disciplinary issues, taking responsibility for managing behaviour in Creatives and in the related corridor areas - monitor the processes which ensure that pupil attendance and punctuality in Physical Education lessons is monitored and recorded in line with school and Creatives policy - monitor the work areas used by Physical Education and Creatives, creating a safe, effective and stimulating environment for the teaching and learning of Physical Education General - to actively promote the safety and welfare of our children and young people - participate in and support the Performance Management Policy - assist in the development of the School Development Plan and its review mechanism - accept shared responsibility for the creation of a safe environment for pupils within and outside the classroom and comply with the appropriate policies and procedures, report all concerns to an appropriate person. - attend and participate in regular meetings and participate in training and other learning activities, as required - To participate in school emergencies as required, including locating students and relevant staff, providing contact details and completing necessary documentation - To support the work of the wider support team as requested by Line Manager - To assist in such duties and activities relating to any of the above areas appropriate to grade as the Headteacher shall from time to time reasonably require

We are looking for a colleague who: - Is a skilled, versatile and hardworking PE subject lead with a passion for delivering an excellent Sports and PE provision to students across Years 7 to 13. - Consistently models excellent practice and has students' academic progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation - Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant, diverse and growing organisation. - Is keen to work collaboratively within the wider Creatives Faculty team.

The chance to work in a highly successful and positive Middle Leadership Team which achieves excellent results The opportunity to work with colleagues from across a diverse and growing Trust A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment in a school that prioritises staff well-being, support and professional development.

To apply please go to the ‘Join Us’ section of our website **www.chartereastdulwich.org.uk** to download an application form and job description. Alternatively, please contact our HR Department, email HRAdmin@chartereastdulwich.org.uk or telephone  on 0203 873 2290. Please note CVs are not accepted.  No agencies please **Closing Date:**  Monday 13  May 2024                          **Interviews:**  Thursday 16 May 2024