Physical Education Teacher

Job Title: Full-Time Physical Education Teacher Location: Mainstream Secondary School Start Date: 1st September 2024

Are you passionate about promoting health, fitness, and teamwork through physical activity? Join our dynamic school community at Minehead Mainstream Secondary School as a Full-Time Physical Education Teacher and inspire students to lead active and healthy lifestyles!

Role Overview: As a Physical Education Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering engaging and inclusive PE lessons that cater to the diverse needs and abilities of our students. You will cover a range of areas within physical education, including team sports, individual fitness, and recreational activities, providing students with the skills and knowledge to thrive in both competitive and non-competitive environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality PE lessons that promote physical literacy, teamwork, and sportsmanship among students.
• Cover a variety of areas within Physical Education, including but not limited to, team sports such as football, basketball, and rugby, individual activities like gymnastics and athletics, and recreational pursuits such as dance and outdoor adventure.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to accommodate the different learning styles and abilities of both boys and girls in mixed-gender classes.
• Organise and oversee extracurricular sports clubs, inter-school competitions, and sports events to encourage participation and foster a sense of belonging within the school community.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote cross-curricular links and integrate physical activity into other areas of the curriculum.

Requirements:

• Qualified Secondary Physical Education Teacher status (QTS or equivalent), with a strong background in sports coaching and education.
• Expertise in teaching a variety of sports and activities across different age groups and skill levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best.
• Commitment to promoting physical health, well-being, and sportsmanship among students.
• Willingness to undergo vetting procedures conducted by Teaching Personnel, our school's recruitment partner.

Additional Information: Teaching Personnel is a trusted recruitment partner, responsible for completing vetting procedures on behalf of the school. Successful candidates may be offered temporary-to-hire or direct school contract placements, depending on their qualifications and experience. Trainee teachers about to qualify are also encouraged to apply and will receive full support and mentorship as they embark on their teaching career.

If you're passionate about physical education and eager to make a positive impact in the lives of students, apply now to join our team as a Full-Time Physical Education Teacher. We offer a supportive and inclusive school environment where every member of staff is valued and empowered to thrive.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position. We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic and dedicated professionals to our school community!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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