Who are Habs?
We are a diverse community, and we nurture a global perspective and a deep sense of responsibility for the world in which our pupils will lead and succeed. Our broad curriculum and co-curricular provision prepare pupils for success wherever their passion may take them. Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community are the core beliefs that we stand for here at Habs.

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The Head of Junior School PE will have responsibility for the physical education of all pupils (reception to year 6) in the Junior School within a 4-18 Sports department. They will work closely with the Director of Sport to develop a co-ordinated approach towards sports and fitness across the whole school.

Responsibilities:
Strategic School Aims and Objectives

• Have a clear vision and strategy for the development of sporting excellence in the Junior School (Rec – Y6) and the development of the participation rates for all students.
• Work with the Director of Sport to ensure the best use of the facilities and equipment for provision of PE, Games and the co-curricular programmes.
• Provide a challenging, positive, stimulating and secure learning community for students
• Ensure all aspects of Health and Safety requirements relating to Junior PE are in place and adhered to
• Promote and sustain positive relationships between the Girls’ and Boys’ schools through close working and collaboration with counterparts in the Boys’ Prep School
• Assist in the preparation, promotion and implementation of School policies review and develop the policies and documentation in relation to PE and Games, to include schemes of work, health and safety, and handbooks.
• Contributing willingly and significantly to cocurricular activities after school and at weekends

Pupil and Staff Welfare:

• Promote excellence and innovation in physical education in the Junior School to ensure pupil experience is of a consistently high standard.
• Inspire and motivate colleagues through his/her own passion for the subject and participate in the extensive Teaching & Learning programme available
• Work alongside the Director of sport in managing the department including the development of new staff if required.
• Support, coach, line manage, appraise and develop staff members in their pastoral duties and care for pupils’

What We Look For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Good honours degree in a relevant subject area
• Outstanding practitioner, with strong knowledge and understanding of physical education, child-centred philosophy and approach
• Knowledge of current educational thinking, initiatives, issues and matters of pedagogy
• Organised and effective record-keeping
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Developed leadership qualities, combining humility with a sense of credibility and presence.
• The ability to motivate and inspire others
• A team player with an ability to develop and sustain relationships and empower others.
• Ability to listen and make reasoned and informed judgements
• Honesty and integrity
• A sense of humour and love of sports
• Able to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility
• Approachable and with the ability to work with anyone effectively
• High expectations of oneself as well as others
• Ability to listen and make reasoned and informed judgements

What we are offering:

• A competitive salary, commensurate with ​the candidate’s experience and the size of the School​​
• Additional life insurance cover, access to Employee Assistance ​
• Financial assistance for obtaining further qualifications​
• Extensive professional development training opportunities​
• 50% discount on school fees for children at any of the Elstree Schools​
• Free lunch and refreshments during ​
• Free onsite parking or access to travel on the schools extensive coach network​​
• Free access to sports facilities and well-being programmes for staff​

Closing Date: 9am, 19 February 204

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates should note that all appointments are subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service and references from past employers.

Haberdashers’ Elstree Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.