Subject Leader – PE & Sport
Salary: Mains/Upper Scale (Inner London) + TLR2b
Teachers Pension, free parking, family friendly benefits, free on-site fitness suite
‘I enjoy the sense of community and collaboration that comes with working at ARA and the feeling that I’m making a positive impact on the lives of the students’ English Teacher.
We have the exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced staff in a high quality and well-resourced environment in the role of Subject Leader – PE & Sport. We are based in West London/Ealing. This position is to commence in September 2025.
About you
Skills & Experience needed:
*The role of Subject Leader – PE & Sport involves leading the strategic and day-to-day coordination of a subject area, driving high standards in teaching and learning, developing curriculum and staff expertise, and ensuring continuous improvement in student outcomes
*Applicants must be a qualified teacher with a degree in a related subject and UK-recognised teaching status (e.g. QTS, PGCE), with proven success in teaching of their subject
*Strong curriculum knowledge, including the National Curriculum and BTEC Post-16, with experience in target setting, assessment for learning, and improving student outcomes
*Committed to holistic education, with a clear understanding of effective teaching practices and a passion for extracurricular enrichment and inter-school competition.
What we have to offer you:
*An Ofsted ‘Good’ school and an exciting place to work.
*Knowledge that our PE & Sport department is a strong and welcoming team with a breadth of experience
*As an Investor in People, we offer excellent career and professional development opportunities
*The chance to work with exceptionally committed colleagues who have high expectations of students
*The Academy is in outer London but with Inner London pay with Teachers Pension
*New free on-site state of the art fitness suite, access to Blue Light Card and Costco membership for all staff, cycle to work scheme
*Free on-site parking, subsidised meals and family friendly policies including paid dependents entitlement
*Regular nominated staff rewards and free breakfasts are also welcomed by staff.
Commitment to safeguarding:
*ARA is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination
*The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
How to apply
Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from the school website https://www.alecreedacademy.co.uk/vacancies/teaching-staff-vacancies/subject-leader-pe-and-sport.If you prefer to talk, our HR department would love to chat: (020) 8841 4511.
The school is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2
Closing date: Application forms to be submitted to the school by midnight on Friday 30 May 2025
Interviews will be held as and when applications are received.