.Salary: Competitive salaryJob type: Full Time, PermanentStart date: August 2025Apply by: 31 August 2025Job OverviewKing's College School, Cascais, a distinguished member of the Inspired Education Group, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Academic Physical Education (PE) to lead our PE department. Our school offers the Cambridge International curriculum, including IGCSEs, and is set to introduce the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in 2026. We are committed to fostering academic excellence and holistic development in a vibrant, multicultural environment. This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our PE department and inspire the next generation of students to embrace physical education and well-being.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Management: Lead the PE department, overseeing curriculum development, teaching standards, and resource allocation to ensure high-quality education.Curriculum Development: Design and implement a comprehensive PE curriculum aligned with Cambridge International and forthcoming IB standards, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for health and wellness.Teaching Excellence: Deliver engaging and challenging PE lessons to students from Years 7 to 13, ensuring excellence in academic outcomes across all levels, including Sixth Form.Assessment and Evaluation: Develop and administer assessments that accurately measure student progress, providing constructive feedback to support individual learning needs and preparing students for top examination performance.Professional Development: Mentor and support PE teachers, facilitating professional growth and promoting best practices within the department.Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across departments to promote interdisciplinary learning and contribute to the school's academic initiatives.Student Engagement: Encourage student participation in extracurricular activities related to physical education, such as sports teams, fitness clubs, and wellness programs.Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the PE curriculum and teaching methods, implementing improvements as necessary to maintain the highest standards.The Ideal Candidate Will HaveEducational Background: A degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related field, with a strong academic track record (e.G., First or Upper Second Class Honours) and a recognized teaching qualification.Proven Academic Excellence: Experience teaching PE at GCSE and IB (or equivalent, such as A Levels), with a history of securing top academic outcomes, including high proportions of students achieving top grades.Analytical Insight: The ability to articulate what drives excellent progress and performance in PE examination specifications, providing a clear vision for academic success