Job Description

Lordswood Boys' School

Birmingham

Salary:

MPS/UPS (based on experience)

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

17 October 2025

Job overview

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We will interview on

week commencing 20th October

or sooner as we receive applications - don't miss out apply now!


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Are you ready to lead, motivate, and inspire the next generation through sport?

Do you have the passion, expertise, and drive to take a thriving PE department to even greater heights?

Lordswood Boys' School

is seeking an exceptional

Head of PE

to join our inspiring and growing school.

If you have the vision, leadership, and commitment to deliver outstanding physical education and enrich the lives of our students, this could be the most rewarding career move you ever make.


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Why Join Lordswood Boys' School?

?

A school on the rise

- Ofsted Good (February 2022) with rapid improvement and growing student numbers


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A state-of-the-art new building

(opened March 2020) with exceptional facilities


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PE at the heart of school life

- a dynamic, respected subject within our Sports, Creative and Performance Faculty


?

Thriving department

- led by a Director of Sport and supported by an experienced Second in PE


?

Elite Sports Academy

- offering pathways in elite cricket and football


?

Outstanding facilities

- a first-class sports hall, brand new climbing wall, courts, playing fields, tennis courts, and access to a 4G pitch


?

Professional growth

- opportunities to work across the Central Academies Trust, with strong CPD and leadership development

At Lordswood Boys', sport isn't just a subject -- it's a cornerstone of our culture. From fierce inter-school competitions to our elite sporting pathways, PE is central to our students' development, resilience, and pride.


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Your Role - What You'll Be Doing

As

Head of PE

, you will:Lead and inspire a team of dedicated PE specialists, ensuring high standards in teaching, learning, and participation Deliver engaging PE and Games lessons from

Year 7 to Year 11

, promoting excellence and inclusion Drive continuous improvement in

curriculum design, pedagogy, and extracurricular sport

Oversee a rich and varied extracurricular programme -- from inter-house competitions to elite training and enrichment opportunities Collaborate across the

Sports, Creative, and Performance Faculty

to promote physical education as a driver of confidence, teamwork, and wellbeing


You will work closely with the

Director of Sport, Director of Learning and Assistant Principal t

o enhance standards, broaden opportunity, and shape a curriculum that inspires every learner to achieve their personal best.


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Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a leader who:

? Is an outstanding PE teacher with a proven record of success in raising standards and outcomes


? Brings energy, creativity, and strategic thinking to the role


? Has high expectations for themselves, their team, and every student they teach


? Is a strong communicator who can motivate others and model professional excellence


? Thrives on innovation and has the ability to design experiences that engage and inspire


? Is committed to developing a love of sport, health, and physical activity across the school

You may be an experienced Head of Department or an ambitious PE teacher ready to take the next step -- either way, we want to hear from you.


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About Lordswood Boys' School

Part of the

Central Academies Trust (CAT),

Lordswood Boys' School is a rapidly growing school with a clear moral purpose, to transform the life chances of the young men we serve.

Under the leadership of our CEO/Executive Headteacher,

Mr Lee Williams,

CAT brings together industry experts, and higher education partners across the Midlands.

We are passionate about developing and promoting our own staff, offering opportunities to lead, innovate, and shape the future of education.


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Our Commitment to Safeguarding & Inclusion

Lordswood Boys' School is committed to

safeguarding, safer recruitment, and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

We are equally committed to

diversity, inclusion, and equality of opportunity,

ensuring every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their best.

All appointments are subject to an

enhanced DBS check

and two references, including the most recent employer.

Salary is

negotiable

for the right candidate.


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Apply Today - Don't Miss Out

Deadline:

Friday 17th October 2025 (9am)

Contact:

Rajdip Kaur Kang (Headteacher) - r.kang@lordswoodboys.co.uk


0121 464 2837

Join us. Inspire through sport. Shape futures. Lead with purpose.

Become part of something transformational at

Lordswood Boys' School.

Recruiter contact:

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About

Lordswood Boys' School

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Lordswood Boys' School

Hagley Road, Harborne, Birmingham
West Midlands
B17 8BJ
United Kingdom

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