Teacher of PE or Head of PE (available to the right candidate)
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Opportunity for a Teacher of PE OR Head of PE (available to the right candidate)- Desborough College
- Start date: 01 September 2026
- Salary:
- MPS (1
- 6), £34,398.00
- £46,839.00 / UPS (1
- 3), £48,913.00
- £52,490.00
Academy Allowance available if applying for the Head of PE post
Desborough College is a thriving all‑boys comprehensive school with a mixed sixth form, educating future ethical leaders aged 11–18. At the heart of our success is a genuinely rich, ambitious and broad curriculum, combined with a belief that education extends far beyond the classroom.
Sport sits at the very core of life at Desborough. Our strong sporting tradition, high levels of participation and competitive success reflect a culture where physical education, teamwork, resilience and leadership are highly valued. Students are actively encouraged to challenge themselves, represent the school with pride and develop lifelong positive attitudes towards health, fitness and wellbeing.
We are an inclusive, values‑driven community where all students, colleagues and members of our wider community are known, respected and supported to succeed. Through positive relationships built on kindness, ambition and respect, we create a climate for learning in which both students and staff flourish
The Opportunity:
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an exceptional practitioner and leader to join our highly professional, friendly team as a Teacher of PE or Head of PE. This is a rare chance to build on a strong sporting legacy and help shape the next phase of PE and school sport at Desborough College.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about sport and physical education
- Ambitious for students and staff alike
- Forward‑thinking, inspirational and committed to continuous improvement
The successful candidate will have the vision, energy and drive to take PE at Desborough to the next level – strengthening participation, performance and enrichment, and ensuring sport continues to play a central role in the identity of the school and our wider Trust.
As part of Pioneer Educational Trust, you will be supported to innovate, collaborate and lead with purpose, contributing to the wider ethos, work and ambitions of the Trust.
If you are seeking a leadership role where sport is celebrated, impact is tangible and ambition is encouraged, we would be delighted to hear from you.
About Pioneer Educational Trust:
At Pioneer, we believe in taking education further. This means providing an exceptional, inclusive education to all children and young people and preparing our learners to thrive at intrapersonal, interpersonal, societal, and global levels. Through an outstanding curriculum, strong pastoral systems, and meaningful personal development, our learners' experience is inclusive, relational, and empowering.At our Trust and Desborough College, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are pioneering, capable and courageous in our approach, committed to defying mediocrity and transforming lives through exceptional, inclusive education. We believe in social justice, collaboration and meaningful change, and we work intentionally to create the conditions for every individual to thrive.
Our culture is interconnected and people-centred: we listen, learn and co-create with our staff, pupils and communities. With deep expertise, strong relationships and flexible pathways for growth, we empower colleagues to use their voice, take intelligent risks and inspire for impact.
Joining us means becoming part of a community that challenges inequality, values everyone and shares widely what we learn. Together, we take education further—championing potential, nurturing ambition and building a future where everyone can flourish.If you want to work with purpose, passion and integrity, we would be delighted to welcome you to our Trust.
Why join us?
At Pioneer Educational Trust, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a community, a career and a commitment to your wellbeing. Here’s what makes us different:
Flexible Working: We have been at the forefront of pioneering flexible working in schools since 2019 focusing on the presumption that flexible working can work unless there is a genuine operational reason that it cannot. This is achieved through our unique, transparent and inclusive flexible job design process.As a Department for Education Flexible Working Ambassador MAT, we share our expertise regionally and nationally.
Professional development: We are committed to the growth of all our colleagues. With our CPDL Wednesdays, all our staff have dedicated time for professional development and collaborative working, ensuring continuous improvement and shared best practices.
Positive work environment: Enjoy a supportive and enriching working environment with free refreshments, long service recognition, free annual flu vaccinations, an Employee Assistance Programme offering advice on wellbeing, and more.
Exceptional leadership opportunities: We provide exceptional leadership development opportunities for all our staff, enabling all colleagues to flourish and be fulfilled.
Pioneer Summit: All staff attend our collaborative annual Pioneer Summit. A fun packed day of keynote speakers, workshops and activities. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues across the Trust and to recognise and celebrate our achievements.
ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF
More information about our school can be found by following this link:
https://www.desborough.org.uk/
If our vision and values resonate with you, then apply now to be part of a community that is knowledgeable, empowered and committed to taking principled action in service to others. Join us on our mission to take education further and transform lives.We hope you will take the next step and apply before the closing date of 15 May 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in the role, please submit your application as early as possible.
We’re passionate about diversity because it drives innovation, sparks creativity, and delivers better results.
Our goal? A workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the people and communities we serve. We value different experiences, perspectives, and expertise and we create an environment where everyone can grow and thrive.
Inclusive Recruitment
When we hire, we actively seek out diverse talent. Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and accessible. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role.Need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process? Just let us know—we’re here to help.
Flexible Working
We understand the importance of balancing work and life. That’s why we embrace flexibility. If you’d like to explore flexible working options, simply mention it in your application or at any stage of the process (and beyond). We’ll work with you to make it happen wherever possible.
Pioneer Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory references, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and evidence of essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Pioneer Educational Trust reserves the right to interview for all positions as suitable applications are received.