Head of Academic Pe - Norwich, United Kingdom - Langley School

Langley School

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Norwich, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Langley is very fortunate to have extensive grounds, floodlit Astro pitch, Sports Hall and fully equipped gym. In addition, we have a dedicated teaching room for PE.

Matches and fixtures, locally, regionally and nationally are a very important part of the Games Department's offer; we participate at a local, regional and national level in a variety of sports.

Teams from all year groups, in all our core sports (Rugby, Netball, Hockey, Football, Cricket) compete on a regular basis.

The PE teaching team works very closely with our highly experienced Sports Coaches and the Langley Football Academy.

All teachers at the school are form tutors and play an important role in the pastoral life of a thriving independent school.

Skills & Experience

Hold a minimum qualification of honours degree, with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Have a record of outstanding classroom practice, with the ability to communicate in an imaginative and enthusiastic way both during theory and practical lessons.
Able to embrace new technologies and integrate ICT into teaching.
Uptodate knowledge of specifications and pedagogy in Physical Education, in line with the academic expectations of the school and the relevant exams boards.
To continue to develop and innovate a progressive curriculum in PE lessons which coexists with the Games programme of extracurricular and enrichment activities, with a clear vision for the future direction of the PE Department.
Provide strong leadership and lead the department's strategic planning and selfevaluation processes through completion of the Departmental Plan for PE.
Monitor standards of teaching and learning to ensure teaching is good or better, and quality assure standards within the department; then implement strategies for sustained improvement.
Work with the Head of Langley Sport to support the professional development of all staff within the department through training and sharing of good practice.
A willingness to contribute to the extensive extracurricular program of the department, including fixtures, events and trips.
Manage and plan a departmental budget and to coordinate the resources of the department, giving support and guidance to relevant staff.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, pupils and parents.
Act as a role model to others, demonstrating high standards of professionalism in all aspects of leadership to inspire and enthuse members of the team.