Director of Sport and Physical Wellbeing

Oasisacademyhadley; Enfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Enfield seeks a Director of Sport & Physical Wellbeing to lead its sports development strategy for children aged 2-19. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating engaging sports experiences and a track record of excellent teaching. This full-time position offers a competitive salary on the Leadership Pay Scale, along with extensive professional development opportunities and a supportive school culture. Enjoy benefits including gym access and discounts while making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Access to gym facilities

CPD opportunities

Store discounts

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality teaching.
• Desire for continuous improvement in sports education.
• Ability to collaborate with sporting stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sports department for all age groups.
• Establish a stimulating sports environment.
• Develop an engaging sports curriculum.

Skills

Experience in sports development

Ability to coach and mentor

Passion for sports education

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

* Director of Sport & Physical WellbeingFast Apply# Director of Sport & Physical WellbeingEmployerLocation: Enfield, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: Leadership Pay Scale OL L1 to L5 plus £2k bonusPosted: 8th January 2026Start Date: 8th January 2026Expires: 19th February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 8th January 2026Job ID: 1528469Job Reference: Director of Sport & Physical WStart Date: 8th January 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1528469* Share :Role: Director of Sport and Physical WellbeingLeading the strategy for all Primary and Secondary childrenLocation: Oasis Academy HadleySalary: Leadership Pay Scale Outer London L1 to L5 plus £2000 BonusHours: Full timeContract: PermanentStart date: Easter 2026 or soonerOasis Academy Hadley is a special place to work. Unique in its set up as a single school educating pupils aged 2 – 19, with strong community ties, joining the team here means joining the Hadley family. Driven by a successful, enthusiastic and authentic leadership team, the Academy is going from strength to strength with excellent rates of attainment, and most importantly, pupil empowerment and success on a personal level.We’re looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious person to lead our sports development strategy for our academy. You'll lead a motivated team to increase opportunity and engagement in sports for all ages. You will bring innovation and a passion for delivering the very best learning experiences. We want someone who is keen to put their stamp on the Sports department to take us to the next level, whilst retaining our commitment to inclusion.The Sports department is fortunate to be a well-resourced with access to a range of physical equipment aimed at different age groups. We are also an Apple school, and all our teachers and children have their own iPad.You’ll be responsible for:• Leading the Sports department to ensure that high quality teaching is offered to children in all age groups• Establishing a stimulating environment for all children and actively promoting a love of sport.• Developing an engaging curriculum with colleagues, using innovative approaches in line with the vision and ethos of the AcademyA full job description is attached to this vacancy.You’ll bring:• A passion for delivering top quality teaching and learning experiences and the ability to coach and mentor others to do the same• A desire to continue to strive for excellence and continuous improvement• An ability to liaise with a range of sporting stakeholders to promote and encourage physical wellbeing though a range of sports and competitions.Our offer to you• We offer high quality support and CPD to all our teachers.• A commitment to your personal and professional development, with a wealth of support and guidance available, both at Academy level and from OCL trust specialists in everything from best practice to pedagogy• Access to the OCL curriculum resource bank• Joining a warm and welcoming school family• A wide range of store discounts and benefits via our dedicated platform• Free access to our gym facilities• Places available for your children in nursery/reception/primary groups• Great transport link as situated next to Ponders End station with easy access to Central LondonApplication processIf you’re interested and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.Or, if you can’t wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview – please click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours.If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Hadley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy HadleyPart of### Oasis Community Learning