Head of Academic PE

ROLE SUMMARY:

King's College School, Cascais, part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group, is a leading international school in the Lisbon area. We offer a global education through the Cambridge International curriculum up to Year 10, supported by a bilingual Portuguese–English programme up to Year 5. Our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development prepares students for success in top universities worldwide.

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Head of Academic PE to lead the delivery of Physical Education across the Senior School. The successful candidate will oversee curriculum development, academic standards, and assessment, while teaching high-quality PE lessons that promote physical literacy, healthy lifestyles, and strong student outcomes. As part of the Inspired global network, you will benefit from excellent facilities, supportive colleagues, and extensive professional development opportunities, while contributing to the wider sporting and pastoral life of the school.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality PE curricula aligned with Cambridge and whole-school standards.
• Deliver engaging and well-structured PE lessons that promote physical literacy, fitness, and personal development.
• Oversee assessment, monitoring, and reporting of student progress, ensuring consistency and academic rigor.
• Support and mentor PE teachers, promoting strong teaching practice and collaborative professional culture.
• Work closely with school leadership to develop long-term strategies for academic PE, facilities use, and programme growth.
• Ensure inclusive teaching practices that support all students, including those with different physical abilities and learning needs.
• Enhance the school’s co-curricular sports provision through clubs, events, competitions, and enrichment activities.
• Contribute to the pastoral care of students and promote wellbeing, resilience, and positive attitudes toward physical activity.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A recognised teaching qualification and a degree in Physical Education or Sports Science.
• Strong leadership experience within an academic PE context, preferably in an international school setting.
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for promoting lifelong health, fitness, and physical development.
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and team-management skills.
• A positive, forward-thinking approach, with openness to innovation and ongoing professional development.
• Experience with Cambridge programmes or international curricula (highly desirable).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.