Primary PE Teacher – HAN4

PRIMARY PE TEACHER
Line Manager: Head of Primary

Responsible to: The Primary PE Teacher is responsible to the Head of Primary and Heads of Department, meeting regularly to provide advice, feedback, and information as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

General Responsibilities
• Actively promote and develop the ethos of the School.
• Lead by example in all professional matters in line with UK Teaching Standards and the standards expected by Harrow Nanning.
• Uphold expectations regarding student behavior, including dress, punctuality, and school rules.
• Establish good relations and open communication with parents.
• Support and attend all major school events.
• Maintain a teaching load appropriate to the position, including participation in and leading extracurricular activities during school hours, evenings, and weekends as agreed with the Head Master.
• Take a fair and appropriate share of duties.
• Attend House activities, including residential events and expeditions.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Set high academic and social/emotional expectations for all pupils.
• Contribute to the school’s values and ethos.
• Collaborate with colleagues in planning, assessment, and whole-school initiatives.
• Provide a stimulating learning environment with creative and interactive displays and areas.
• Inform leadership of significant developments concerning any pupil.
• Be punctual, smart, appropriately dressed, and behave in a professional manner as per the Staff Code of Conduct.
• Commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Curriculum Matters
• Be familiar with the relationship between UK EYFS and National Curriculum guidelines, Harrow Nanning Units of Work, and lesson plans.
• Keep up to date with curriculum developments through training and peer observations.
• Plan and document lessons in the specialist curriculum area.
• Manage curriculum delivery and resources to challenge and interest students of varying skill levels, including SEN, EAL, and higher abilities.
• Maintain consistency with school and departmental policies for teaching, resources, and assessments.
• Conduct formative assessments related to Units of Work and learning objectives.
• Prepare students for and administer summative assessments, including school-based and externally examined programs.
• Follow the School’s Marking Policy.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of assessment results.
• Write high-quality and accurate reports on student performance for internal and external use.
• Create differentiated plans and teaching to ensure appropriate pace and progress.
• Use ICT, including interactive whiteboards, to enhance all areas of the curriculum.

Welfare and Discipline Matters
• Monitor student work, providing guidance and advice.
• Write and maintain relevant student records and reports.
• Communicate and consult with parents regularly and in a timely manner.
• Maintain high standards of behavior and dress in all school settings.
• Follow health and safety policies for students on and off school premises.
• Show pastoral interest in students, ensuring they feel noticed, valued, and cared for.

Personal Form Responsibilities
• Encourage and work with House groups in participating in House activities.
• Participate in and lead Personal Development programs with form groups.
• Maintain regular communication with parents.

Extra-Curricular Activities
• Supervise and/or coach students in after-school activities and extracurricular sports and performing arts programs.
• Organize logistics for these programs, including transport and accommodation.
• Lead or support events in the specialist curriculum area.

Personal Development
• Participate in annual Professional Performance Reviews and school-wide INSET initiatives.
• Seek development opportunities identified during appraisal, including pathways to higher qualifications.
• Consult line managers on professional development and career paths.

Collegiality
• Attend meetings to ensure smooth school operations and program delivery.
• Mentor new teachers and supervise students during non-period times and cover schedules.
• Behave as a role model for students and represent Harrow Nanning with professionalism.
• Support colleagues and work cooperatively as part of a team, attending all meetings and INSET.

Safeguarding
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children by working with others to ensure adequate arrangements identify, assess, and support students suffering harm.

Key Relationships
• Internal: School Leadership Team, Classroom Teachers, Support Teachers, Senior Management Team, Pupils, and Administration Team.
• External: Parents.

Other Important Features
• Remain calm, patient, and positive when managing young children.
• Exhibit the highest professionalism and ensure all school policies and practices are delivered.
• Communicate Harrow’s Strategic Aims and Vision to staff, parents, and students.
• Support LS SMT in organizing and coordinating events such as Year Group trips, assemblies, Open Days, and other activities.
• Manage pastoral matters, including rewards, sanctions, and the Portfolio of Passions, Participation, and Interest.
• Actively promote staff well-being within the school.

Person Specification

Essential Behaviors
• Uphold the Code of Conduct and Harrow Beijing vision.
• Be self-motivated, hardworking, and well-organized.
• Be willing to learn, adapt, and offer extracurricular activities.

Skills and Knowledge
• Good understanding of curriculum developments and Assessment for Learning practices.
• Ability to promote safety and well-being for children.
• Effective communication with students and families.
• Strong subject knowledge to challenge and achieve high outcomes for students.

Experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience.
• Ability to teach across ages 4–11 in the specialist subject.
• Experience in organizing extracurricular activities.

Qualifications
• QTS or equivalent.
• Proven record of improving standards through high-quality teaching.

Education is an ever-changing service, and all staff are expected to adopt a flexible approach to work. Duties may be amended following discussions with line managers and reviewed annually during appraisal.