Head of Physical Education and Sport
The Kingsley School
Warwickshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS (equivalent) + Management Points
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 4 July 2022
Job overview
The Kingsley School is a special community with a love of life-long learning and genuine care for one another at the heart of it. We are proud to empower young people on their journey with us where we enable them to grow in confidence through a holistic 21st Century education.
We are looking to appoint an outstanding and innovative Head of PE and Sport to join our thriving school. The role on offer is full time.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication and people skills, a positive mindset and a forward-thinking approach to the teaching of PE in every Key Stage as well as delivering an engaging Sports programme for all students. They will also be able to teach the core sports of hockey, netball, tennis, rounders, and athletics. You will be able to teach PE (both within the curriculum and at GCSE, A-level and C-Tech level) to a very high standard, inspiring a genuine interest in the subject, and contributing with enthusiasm to the busy co-curricular life of the department and school.
The appointed teacher will promote a love of learning and stimulate intellectual curiosity through inspirational teaching, guidance and an ability to inspire students to excel. You will lead the work of the department, share in the School’s aims and ambitions, and make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the School.
This post offers an outstanding opportunity for the right candidate to join our team; if you have the energy, ideas and enthusiasm to join us, please contact Mike Sherwin on the below details for further information and a full application pack.
T: 07525 889925
E: mike.sherwin@hays.com
Closing date for applications: ASAP and by 12noon Monday 4th July 2022
Please note – strong applications may be considered upon receipt.
About The Kingsley School
- The Kingsley School
- Beauchamp Hall, Beauchamp Avenue, Leamington Spa
- Warwickshire
- CV32 5RD
- United Kingdom
The Kingsley School is an independent day school for girls aged 3-18 and boys aged 3-11. It is based in Royal Leamington Spa in Warwickshire and is non-denominational. There are opportunities for the pupils, currently numbering 338, to apply for bursaries and scholarships. The school was founded in 1884 by Rose Kingsley, daughter of the Victorian author Charles Kingsley. It was first known as Leamington High School, but was renamed as The Kingsley School in 1949 in recognition of its founder.
Headteacher
James Mercer-Kelly
Values and vision
The Kingsley School places great emphasis on promoting a caring ethos and a friendly atmosphere. The school encourages pupils to complete their school careers as well-rounded individuals with excellent results, a positive attitude and a sense of community. The Kingsley School was rated excellent in its last inspection for pastoral care. It also runs a programme of personal, social, health and citizenship education (PSHCE), which covers themes such as personal relationships and social awareness.
ISI report
“All pupils, including those with SEND and those in EYFS, make very good progress compared with those of similar abilities. Their standards in the basic skills of literacy and numeracy are excellent. Pupils speak with confidence and clarity. They develop reasoning and thinking skills which they bring to bear in their studies, approaching problem-solving tasks with confidence.”
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