KEY RESPONSIBILITIES



LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

Leading the team of staff linked to teaching Physical Education in the Primary School; exercising consultative and instructional leadership
In consultation with the Director of PE and Sport, managing the deployment of staff and resources within the department according to the opportunities and limitations of the timetable
Work with the Director of PE and Sport to contribute to whole school action plans
Maintaining effective communication and collaboration with the Primary PE and Sports teaching staff
Ensuring collaboration between the Primary PE and with other groups within the school
Promoting the success of student learning within the broader school community
Providing through and timely organisation and communication of PE related events
Be an active member of the Primary School Leadership Team
Assist with teacher recruitment, retention, appraisal and probation processes
TEACHING AND LEARNING

Leading the planning; producing, evaluating, developing and updating of curriculum policy documents and schemes of work for relevant Key Stages, guiding and monitoring and evaluating their implementation and standards achieved within the subject
Liaise and work closely with the Head of Secondary PE and Sport when planning the whole school curriculum map, long-term progression of students, facility use and staff development
Overseeing and monitoring the teaching and learning taking place within the department fostering a culture of effective feedback and staff development
Ensuring that all students are making expected progress within subject areas and individual student needs are being addressed in lessons
Leading the development of effective forms of assessment, record keeping and target-setting for all students
Ensuring continuity, consistency and progression are maintained across the subject
Liaising with other subject leads to develop cross-curricular links
Monitoring the performance of other department members by such means as peer and self-observation
Remain up to date with international developments in the subject area with regards to curriculum development, teaching practice and methodology
Coordinate and monitor the quality of student reports within the department and contribute to the reporting system
RESOURCES, CCAS, ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

Resourcing the curriculum needs are undertaken within an allocated budget. Ordering materials and stock; checking, controlling, distributing materials and stock on arrival and as required. Maintaining an inventory of equipment, and ensuring such equipment is maintained and stored securely.
Liaise and work closely with the Director of PE and Sport when organising Primary sporting trips within the department to ensure that follow the relevant school policies and procedures.
To encourage and promote physical activity and sports with the CCA programme.
To work closely with the Director of Sport with the planning and oversight of the sports teams and fixtures throughout the school year (sporting tours, hosting events etc.)
To liaise and work closely with the Director of PE and Sport when organising whole school events such as sports days and swim galas.
To liaise with the Coordinator of Aquatics, ensuring that the overall curriculum incorporates learning through and assessment of this dimension of the PE curriculum
Comply with reasonable requests made by the Head of Primary, Director of Sport and PE and members of the Leadership Team
Support the school’s House activities, taking a proactive approach to the development of this part of student life in collaboration with the Coordinator of Student Leadership
Actively seek to enable authentic student leadership opportunities in conjunction with the broader Primary School leadership team


CHILD AND STAFF PROTECTION AND SAFETY

Actively support and adhere to all school’s policies and procedures including but not limited to the Safeguarding Policy,
Plan for, enable and track relevant training requirements for members of the Primary PE teaching team
Ensure lessons, activities and trips are inclusive, safe and secure for students.


BASIC QUALIFICATION



Bachelor’s degree, teaching certificate


EXPERIENCE



minimum two years teaching experience
international and bilingual school experience
cross-cultural work experience


EXPERTISE



Qualification and experience related to physical education or sport
Excellent written English and effective interpersonal communication skills
Excellent technological literacy across a range of applications
Proven experience to develop innovative academic pathways to achieve outstanding academic results for all students
The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff
An applied understanding of concept-based learning
Effective administrative and organisational skills


Preferred Aptitudes



All staff are expected to uphold the school’s values by:

safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
supporting and promoting the School’s culture, reputation and strategic objectives
complying with the School’s Code of Conduct and other policy and regulatory requirements
building relationships with students, staff and parents based on respect, trust and shared purpose
behaving ethically and with appropriate confidentiality and sensitivity
modelling punctuality and adherence to organisational deadlines
supporting the Hiba Academy Values
qualifications to support effective coaching of, but not limited to, volleyball, badminton, football and basketball
current *** aide certificate
ability to assess student interests, needs and development
ability to develop curriculum
open, proactive, patient and caring
proficient in Microsoft Office and other educational software


As an employer of choice, Wellington College China is committed to making professional learning and personal development central to its ethos and approach. WCC fully recognises its responsibilities for safeguarding children. Our safeguarding policy applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in the Group.