Subject Leader of A Level Physical Education

Required: September 2024

Subject Leader of A Level Physical Education

MPR/UPR + TLR 2a

We are seeking to appoint a Subject Leader of A Level Physical Education to join a college that is committed to transforming the lives of young people across our region. This role is of great importance to our work as a College, as the successful candidate will be expected to lead the department successfully putting vision into practice.

The ideal applicant will be:

• A qualified teacher with a good understanding of the A Level Physical Education curriculum.
• A motivated and committed classroom practitioner with a successful performance record at Key Stage 5.
• A passion for education and for making a difference to disadvantaged students.
• Proven track record for raising standards and achievement.

What we can offer you:

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

·      Membership to a local government pension scheme.

·      A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.

·      Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

·      Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.

·      Specsavers scheme.

·      £2k Cycle to work scheme.

·      On-Site Gym

About us:

Elliott Hudson College is an ambitious and high performing 16-19 sixth form college that is committed to raising standards for young people across the Leeds City region. Working as part of The GORSE Academies Trust, Elliott Hudson College has a mission to ensure that its students receive an exceptional education and that they successfully progress to their chosen destination.

Within GORSE, we aspire for every young person to acquire the gift of choice and at Elliott Hudson College we are committed to building a community in which all students and staff can thrive. By adopting an approach where we all try to be, and do, a bit better each day, we build a culture of excellence in which all can flourish.

If you would like to know more about our college, please visit our website at www.elliotthudsoncollege.ac.uk.

How to Apply: 

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, a Job Description / Person Specification and Application Form are available to download from GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs), by email to recruitment@elliotthudsoncollege.ac.uk or by telephone on 0113 323 9777.  

Closing date for applications:         Wednesday 17 April 2024 (midday)

Candidates will be notified by:        Friday 19 April 2024

Interviews will take place:               Wednesday 24 April 2024

We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010), to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post..

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We feel that the differences between us give our community strength. Therefore, diversity is celebrated and valued and we encourage everyone to be their authentic self.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.   

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.