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Role: PE Teacher
Hours: 35 Hours per Week
Salary: Up to £36,946 per Annum
Location: Meoncross School
Contract: Permanent / Full Time
Start Date: September 2026
ECTs encouraged to apply
About the School - Meoncross
A child's educational journey should be as unique as they are. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach whereby every child has the individual attention they need to thrive and succeed both in and out of the classroom. At Meoncross, every child is safe to say 'I can be the best possible ME'.
We are very proud to be a through school for children aged 2.5 - 16 years, meaning we can welcome children into our school at any point in their educational journey. This could be at a natural key stage transition point such as starting 'big school' in Reception, Juniors in Year 3, or Upper School in Year 7, or anything in between
Academic achievement is high, but so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures.
About the Role
The Physical Education Teacher enables all children of mixed ability, in all years to become enthusiastic and reach their potential in Physical Education. This combines delivering sport for all with the drive to excel in all areas which is part of the Meoncross mission and vision.
The school is seeking an exceptional & inspiring Qualified Teacher of Physical Education, to join a very successful and enthusiastic team. The teaching of a range of sports is vital and the teaching for this post could be at any age in the school from Nursery to Year 11, so any candidate is expected to have the necessary qualifications and experience to deliver PE safely and effectively.
You will also be asked to teach a variety of other sports throughout the academic year to all key stages, including Football, Basketball, Cross-Country, Cricket, Athletics, and Tennis.
We expect effective teaching of all pupils, helping them to develop both inside and outside the classroom, and all staff must support the policies and aims of the school to ensure the good social, emotional and physical development of every child.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and inclusive PE lessons across all Key Stages in line with the National Curriculum.
- Plan, prepare and assess lessons that support pupil progress and achievement.
- Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND and those who are more able.
- Promote a positive learning environment that encourages participation, wellbeing and healthy lifestyles.
- Lead and support extracurricular sports clubs, competitions, fixtures and enrichment activities.
- Contribute to the development of the school's PE and sporting programme.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety, including the safe use of PE equipment and facilities.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external partners to enhance sporting opportunities for pupils.
- Uphold the school's safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of all children and young people.
- Act as a positive role model, maintaining professional standards at all times.
About You
Essential
- Degree-level qualification relevant to Physical Education or Sport
- Experience delivering a range of sports and physical activities to children and young people
- Strong understanding of effective teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to motivate, inspire and engage pupils of all abilities
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently
- Competent IT skills
- Flexible, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Willingness to contribute to extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures and school events
Desirable
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification.
- Experience working within a school environment
- Strong subject knowledge across a wide range of sports
- First Aid qualification
- Experience supporting pupils with diverse learning and behavioural needs.
- Ability to contribute new ideas to enhance the PE curriculum and sporting provision
Personal Qualities
- Positive, enthusiastic and approachable
- Passionate about sport and promoting healthy lifestyles
- Patient, adaptable and resilient
- Committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community
Benefits
- Lunch during term time
- School fee discount
- Shopping discounts
Meoncross School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
