Head of PE & Games
Oaklands School
Albion Hill, Loughton, Essex IG10 4RA
- £33,200 - £47,000 per year
- Salary:
- + Allowance for HOD
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1 September 2026
- Apply by:
- 30 April 2026
Job overview
We are looking to recruit an excellent PE & Games teacher, who is passionate about sport, to teach small classes of pupils throughout the school and lead the PE & Games Department. The successful candidate will encourage high standards and should be able to teach and lead a team in a small department both on and off site.
This is a full time position to start in September 2026. We are looking for somebody who:
Has a clear vision for PE and Games for all age groups up to age 11
Demonstrates the leadership skills required to take responsibility for PE and Games throughout the school
Can offer a range of sports for all year groups
Is able to motivate and inspire pupils, parents and staff
Is looking to take an active and central part in the life of the school
Is enthusiastic and can demonstrate a pupil-centred approach
Will lead before/after school practices and fixtures to further develop the subject
PE & Games lessons are held at school on the playing fields or astro surface, or off-site at external centres. There will be the requirement to drive the school minibuses for some timetabled lessons and also for periodic fixtures. Candidates should hold appropriate teaching/coaching qualifications.
We will offer the successful candidate:
An enjoyable working environment with engaged children and supportive families
A committed, hardworking and supportive team of staff
100% focus on improving outcomes for the children
Access to excellent local sports centres and sports facilities
Small classes of children with a passion for learning
Varied links and involvement with the local community
Excellent CPD opportunities through our tailored CPD programme
Complimentary school lunches and refreshments during term times
This is a full time position to start in September 2026, remunerated on a salary scale according to relevant experience and qualifications. Applications are welcome from both independent and maintained sectors.
The Recruitment Brochure, including Job Description/Person Specification, and Application Form are available to download below.
Further details are available from the Group website: https://www.oaktreeschools.co.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies. Applications should be sent to Mr M Hagger, by downloading the Application Form from https://www.oaktreeschools.co.uk/jobs by 30 April 2026.
Attached documents
About Oaklands School
Oaklands is a privately-owned independent preparatory school in Loughton, on the borders of South-West Essex and North-East London, for around 280 boys and girls aged 2 to 11.
We offer a high standard of education and a fulfilling learning experience in a happy, secure and caring environment. With an emphasis on courtesy, manners and respect, we allow pupils to fulfil their potential by working together for the benefit of each other. We nurture, praise and encourage.
Oaklands is one of the longest established preparatory schools in the Epping Forest area. It was founded on the corner of Traps Hill in Loughton in 1937 by Miss Elizabeth Lord, and moved to its present site in Albion Hill in September 1944.
Miss Lord retired in 1982 and handed over to Mr and Mrs Hagger. Mr Nicholas Hagger, a poet, philosopher and author of many books, is a former pupil of the school. Mrs Ann Hagger was Headmistress of Oaklands from 1982 to 1996 and Mr Matthew Hagger is the Managing Principal of the three schools.
Oaklands School forms part of the Oak-Tree Group of Schools, which includes, Coopersale Hall School in Epping, and Normanhurst School in North Chingford. A powerful group of local independent schools, all three are operated with the same aims of excellence and care.
Values and Vision
Academically, we encourage our children to aim high and to have the confidence to learn new skills and interests. The broad range of activities both inside and outside the classroom provides a rich environment where all Oaklands children can discover hidden aptitudes and talents.
We emphasise the acquisition of social skills and encourage respect and consideration for others at all times. This helps children to understand the needs of others. Good manners, respect for others and self discipline are fundamental aspects of the core values we teach.
We aim to provide a broad curriculum with a variety of activities that offer stimulating opportunities in which pupils can develop lively, enquiring minds as well as individual talents
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