Head of PE/Teacher of Boys PE

Job Title - Head of PE/Teacher of Boys PE

Location - St Mary’s Catholic College

Responsible To - Assistant Headteacher

Salary Grade - MPS/UPS plus TLR 2C £7,847

Contract - This is a full-time, permanent contract

Start Date - 1st January 2025 or sooner

Closing Date for Applications - 12th July 2024

 

An enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Boys PE is required to lead a thriving and successful curriculum area.

 

This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for any candidate who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for students, who has high standards, commitment, passion, and the ability to teach across the full range of age and ability.

 

The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education as part of a successful and experienced PE department, which is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person.

 

St Mary's Catholic College is proud to be part of the Holy Family Multi Academy Trust where we strive to develop individual excellence, embrace opportunities and build strong communities with Gospel Values at the heart.

 

We are looking for a Head of Department who:

• Wants to transform children’s lives and develop a love of PE
• Can be accountable for student progress and development within the subject area
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner
• Can effectively manage and deploy teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources within the department to support the designated subject portfolio
• Can lead a department and develop and enhance the teaching practice of others
• Work well with staff and students alike
• Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens
• Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development

 

We offer:

• A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub and a cutting edge Teaching School Hub.
• Mentoring and high level training
• Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities to engage in system leadership
• A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core.
• Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams - working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual’s contribution

 

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and You Tube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. To assist in this part of the process we would appreciate it if you would complete the attached Social Media form and return it with your application.

 

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.

 

To apply for this position, please send a covering letter, a completed application form and the completed recruitment documents attached to the vacancy listing to recruitment@hfcmat.com. Applications should be marked for the attention of Mr K Maddocks, Headteacher. For further information please visit the ‘Vacancies’ section on our website www.stmaryswallasey.com.

 

If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can.

 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

 

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

 

St Mary's Catholic College a Voluntary Aided Academy

Wallasey Village

Wallasey

Wirral

CH45 3LN

Tel: 0151 639 7531

Email: schooloffice@stmaryswallasey.com