Teacher of Physical Education

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an ambitious, inspiring and energetic teacher to join our school as a PE Teacher (fixed term) from September 2026- August 2027, ideally with a specialism in netball and gymnastics. This vacancy has arisen due to a leadership secondment of our Head of PE to another Trust secondary school.

This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional practitioner to contribute to a thriving PE department where participation, teamwork, resilience and sporting excellence are at the heart of the curriculum.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality Physical Education lessons across a range of sports and activities, promoting a lifelong love of physical activity and healthy living while supporting students of all abilities to achieve their full potential.

We are looking for someone who will make a positive contribution to the team and meets the following criteria.

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for Physical Education and sport.
• Inspires, motivates and engages students both in lessons and in extracurricular activities.
• Believes in inclusive education and has high expectations for every learner.
• Fosters a positive, supportive and encouraging learning environment.
• Engages with continuous professional development and innovation in teaching and learning.
• Has strong organisational skills and is a reflective, relational team player.
• Is committed to contributing to the wider life of the school, including fixtures, clubs and enrichment opportunities.

Please view the Application Pack for full details on why you should join us, including details about our Trust, our School and staff benefits.

Requests for flexibility in working arrangements/patterns will be considered.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What the school offers its staff

Anglian Learning offers the following benefits to staff.

• Career Average Revalued Earnings Pension Scheme (CARE)
• Free membership to all Anglian Learning’s Sports Centres
• 20% Discount on Adult Education Classes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Discounted Eye Care Vouchers
• Annual Flu Jab Vouchers
• A friendly, community environment.
• Access to free parking on site.
• A commitment to supporting healthy staff workload and wellbeing.
• Access to staffroom with free tea and coffee.

Commitment to safeguarding

Anglian Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and those in regulated activity will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and online checks. Certificate of Good Conduct and other applicable checks may be requested. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Our policies for Ex-Offenders, GDPR, Safeguarding and Recruitment can be found on our website: www.anglianlearning.org. We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered.