Head of Senior PE

Are you considering a move for the next academic year and interested in teaching in China? Do you have the drive to offer a pioneering education to serve and help shape a better world? Our esteemed Wellington College Hangzhou Campus is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Head of Senior to join our vibrant team for the next academic year, 2025-26!

According to the latest list published by Forbes China for 2024, 3% of the top 100 private international schools in China are from Hangzhou, and Hiba Academy Hangzhou ranks 1st among all bilingual schools in Hangzhou listed and 53rd in China, and Wellington College International Hangzhou has ranked 2nd in Hangzhou and 29th in China.

OBJECTIVES

To strategically lead the Senior PE Department in regard to the teaching and learning and manage the resources and people within. To ensure the IGCSE programme is delivered to support pupils secure pleasing outcomes

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Head of Senior PE is responsible for the following:

• The Health and Safety of all colleagues and students whilst in the PE Department. This includes the mental and physical wellbeing.

• The intent, implementation and impact of both the core and IGCSE curriculum in the Senior PE Department.

• The academic performance of the students, including performance in external examinations.

• The behaviours and attitudes displayed by the pupils whilst working with in the Senior PE Department.

• The quality of provision. This refers to both the teaching & learning and resources found within the Senior PE Department.

• The deployment of all staff, the appropriate delegation of tasks and the effective use of all finances.

• The implementation of all school policies, including those relating to behaviour, homework and assessment, in the best interests of the pupils.

• The developments in the Senior PE curriculum, ensuring that they are consistent with the College’s broader aims and policies and are in the best interests of the pupils.

• The evaluation of staff performance, academic standards and the personal development and wellbeing of the students, ensuring that it is effective.

• The planning and implementation of actions to address identified priorities.

• To ensure effective monitoring and communication with parents regarding academic progress and behaviour for learning both in line with school reporting procedures and in response to specific concerns as they arise.

• To comply with the current policies and procedures of the College.

• To display the Wellington Values at all times, either in school or in the wider community.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• The standards reached by all students and groups of students (including those with special needs, gifted and talented, gender and ability bands) in the curriculum area throughout KS3 to KS5.

• The standard of teaching & learning in the subject area.

• The effective use of resources and budgets. 

KEY EXPECTATIONS/TASKS:

• You are responsible for the wellbeing of both yourself and the colleagues under your leadership. Any issues must be raised with your line manager immediately.

• Write personalised plans for those pupils on scholarships and meet with parents regularly

• Write the annual subject Action Plan, ensuring it feeds into the School Development Plan.

• Carry out all monitoring of the department, including teacher observations, work sampling, and ‘Drop-ins’.

• Write/oversee the production of all Schemes of Work and Programmes of Study, ensuring they follow all accurate and appropriate guidelines

• Regularly meet with SMT to identify key marginal groups of students, and then ensure departmental colleagues set and complete appropriate interventions.

• Ensure all departmental colleagues attend all relevant generic CPD sessions/staff meetings/briefings and arrange for subject specific CPD opportunities when required.

• Ensure all teaching areas are well presented and organised. All health and safety and ICT issues are immediately reported to the appropriate support team.

• Monitor the setting of homework, house points and sanctions through ISAMS and TEAMS, and address any issues identified.

• Closely monitor CAPEX and OPEX budgets, ensuring that all resources are purchased in a timely manner, and that any major replacements of resources are highlighted and planned for.

• Highlight and recognise good practice and successes achieved within the subject area. Address any underperformance and provide support to departmental colleagues when issues arise.

• Identify and run opportunities/trips (including fixtures, and home and abroad competitions) for students to learn outside of the classroom.

competitive salary, free accommodation, relocation, flights, insurance and other benefits.