Can you design engaging PE lessons that motivate every learner, regardless of ability?
Do you want to join an inclusive, community-focused secondary setting?
Are you keen to lead vibrant extracurricular sports clubs and fixtures?
About the Role
This full-time Female PE Teacher post begins in January. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality physical education across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential Key Stage 5 involvement. The teacher will oversee female changing facilities, design differentiated practical and theory sessions, and spearhead girls' sports teams and inter-school fixtures. The role focuses on fostering a lifelong appreciation for physical activity, teamwork, and wellbeing among young learners.
About the School
Situated on the eastern outskirts of the Leeds area within a thriving community, this established 11-18 co-educational secondary school and sixth form is recognised for its welcoming atmosphere and high expectations. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the school is part of a respected multi-academy trust dedicated to collaborative growth and educational excellence. The campus features extensive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, well-tended playing fields, and a strong culture of pastoral care where staff are valued and students are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Key Requirements
... - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Holds QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
- Enhanced DBS: A valid Enhanced DBS clearance registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
- Strong References: Provision of professional references covering two years of employment or placements.
- Eligibility to Work: Valid legal entitlement to work full-time in the UK
Essential Skills
- Dynamic Instruction: Ability to deliver high-energy, engaging lessons across traditional and alternative sports.
- Behaviour Management: Proven skill in establishing clear boundaries, mutual respect, and positive class routines.
- Differentiation: Aptitude for adapting activities to support both novice movers and elite student-athletes.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication skills across all student age groups and staff teams.
- Fixture & Event Organisation: Capability to coordinate sports days, lunchtime clubs, and after-school fixtures.
- Formative & Summative Assessment: Accurate tracking and assessment of student performance, progress, and theoretical understanding.
Core Responsibilities
- Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver structured, challenging, and enjoyable physical education lessons.
- Changing Room Supervision: Ensure a safe, respectful, and organised environment within the female changing areas.
- Extracurricular Clubs: Lead lunchtime and after-school clubs to broaden student participation in sports.
- Fixture Coordination: Prepare teams and accompany students to competitive inter-school leagues, tournaments, and friendlies.
- Progress Monitoring: Record student attendance, effort, skill attainment, and academic progress in line with departmental policies.
- Safety & Equipment Maintenance: Regularly inspect sports apparatus, pitches, and equipment to maintain strict safety standards.
- Theory Teaching: Deliver GCSE, BTEC, or Cambridge National Sport coursework and examination preparation where required.
- Inclusion & Participation: Develop targeted strategies to engage reluctant participants and foster positive body image.
- Parental Engagement: Provide meaningful feedback during parent consultation evenings and through written progress reports.
- School Community Life: Contribute to whole-school duties, departmental planning meetings, and house sports competitions.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Female PE Teacher. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
