Oaklands School

Head of PE & Games - Oaklands School

£33,200 - £47,000 + HOD Allowance

We are looking to recruit an excellent PE & Games teacher, who is passionate about sport, to teach small classes of pupils throughout the school and lead the PE & Games Department. The successful candidate will encourage high standards and should be able to teach and lead a team in a small department both on and off site.

This is a full time position to start in September 2026. We are looking for somebody who:

  • Has a clear vision for PE and Games for all age groups up to age 11
  • Demonstrates the leadership skills required to take responsibility for PE and Games throughout the school
  • Can offer a range of sports for all year groups
  • Is able to motivate and inspire pupils, parents and staff
  • Is looking to take an active and central part in the life of the school
  • Is enthusiastic and can demonstrate a pupil-centred approach
  • Will lead before/after school practices and fixtures to further develop the subject

PE & Games lessons are held at school on the playing fields or astro surface, or off-site at external centres. There will be the requirement to drive the school minibuses for some timetabled lessons and also for periodic fixtures. Candidates should hold appropriate teaching/coaching qualifications.

We will offer the successful candidate:

  • An enjoyable working environment with engaged children and supportive families
  • A committed, hardworking and supportive team of staff
  • 100% focus on improving outcomes for the children
  • Access to excellent local sports centres and sports facilities
  • Small classes  of children with a passion for learning
  • Varied links and involvement with the local community
  • Excellent CPD opportunities through our tailored CPD programme
  • Complimentary school lunches and refreshments during term times

This is a full time position to start in September 2026, remunerated on a salary scale according to relevant experience and qualifications. Applications are welcome from both independent and maintained sectors.

The recruitment brochure and application form are available to download below.

Recruitment Brochure - Head of PE/Games

Joint-Oak-Tree-Application-Form-2025-2026.pdf

Joint-Oak-Tree-Application-Form-2025-2026.doc

Applications should be sent to Mr M Hagger, as directed previously (or by downloading the Application Form from www.oaktreeschools.co.uk/jobs) by 30 April 2026.

Job Specification

School
Oaklands School
Location
6-8, Albion Hill, Loughton, Essex IG10 4RA
Job Posted
2026-03-23
Role
Teacher
Subject
Physical Education
Employment type
Full time 5 days/week
Closing Date
30 April 2026
Start Date
1 September 2026
Job Ref
Head of PE & Games