Head of Girls PE
St Edward's School
Gloucestershire
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- Salary:
- Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Staff Discount on School Fees, Use of Sports Facilities, Free Lunch during Term Time, Free On-site Parking, On-Site Small Farm
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2023 or earlier
- Apply by:
- 28 November 2022
Job overview
We are looking for a Head of Girls’ PE to join and support our friendly school team at St. Edward’s School in Cheltenham.
About St. Edward’s School.
Situated on two sites, both located in the heart of Cheltenham and approximately five minutes from each other, St Edward’s is the only Independent Day School in Cheltenham providing education for pupils aged 1 to 18. This means that we can offer a unique learning experience, where every day is different.
We have high expectations of all members of our School community from Kindergarten, to Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior School and Sixth Form. Excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allows our pupils to flourish. Our small class sizes mean that our teachers really know pupils as individuals and can provide tailored support to maximise achievement. Our School motto means to strive for the best and that is exactly what we want for all our students.
Contract Type: Full Time, Term Time
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Salary: Commensurate on experience
Start Date: Easter 2023 or earlier
Benefits: Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Staff Discount on School Fees, Use of Sports Facilities, Free Lunch during Term Time, Free On-site Parking, On-Site Small Farm
About the Position
· To organise, plan, monitor and evaluate the Core and Extra-Curricular PE Curriculum for female students.
· To organise, plan, monitor and evaluate an examination course (either Key Stage 4 or 5 depending on experience).
· To deputise for the Director of Sport.
· To undertake the normal classroom responsibilities of a class teacher and form tutor.
· To promote and work within the school’s ethos.
· To promote sport and a healthy lifestyle throughout the school.
· To coordinate the staffing of fixtures and clubs within Girl’s PE.
· In conjunction with the Director of Sport oversee Sports Day and House competitions.
· Oversee the distribution of Colours to sports team members.
· In conjunction with the Director of Sport oversee the general upkeep, maintenance and repair of the sports
facilities.
· Coordinate the maintenance of displays and the changing room within Girl’s PE.
· Key Stages responsible for Years 7-9 Girl’s Core PE, Years 7-13 Girl’s Games and Key Stage 4 or Key Stage 5
examination PE.
· Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to
the Designated Safeguarding Team
About you
· Oversee the coordination and running of girls’ sport, with particular responsibility for netball.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Able to work as part of a team but also able to use initiative
· Flexible and co-operative attitude
· Leading and Managing staff
· Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources
If you feel that this post may be of interest to you, we would warmly welcome your application. If you require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact the school directly.
You can also download an Application Form from our website; https://www.stedwards.co.uk/about/vacancies/
St. Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
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About St Edward's School
- St Edward's School
- Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham
- Gloucestershire
- GL53 8EY
- United Kingdom
St Edward’s School is an exceptional independent school for children aged 11 to 18 years old in Cheltenham. With an individualised approach to learning, strong academic results, outstanding facilities, and a wide and varied extra-curricular programme. Our school delivers a perfectly balanced education tailored to every child.
We have high expectations of all members of our School community. In Lower School, Upper School, and Sixth Form, excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allows our pupils to flourish. Our small class sizes mean that our teachers really know pupils as individuals and can provide tailored support to maximise achievement. Our school motto means to strive for the best and that is exactly what we want for all our students.
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