Female PE Teacher

Driver Hire Borders; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking secondary school in Leeds seeks a full-time Female PE Teacher starting September 2025. The role involves promoting physical education for KS3 and KS4, encouraging wellbeing, and fostering ambition among young women. Candidates should hold QTS or equivalent and possess strong knowledge of PE, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers career progression, competitive salary, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

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

Refer a Friend scheme with £300 Love2shop voucher

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection protocols.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging PE lessons across KS3-KS4
• Promote student participation, confidence, and fitness
• Teach a range of sports including netball, athletics, gymnastics, and fitness training
• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback
• Manage resources effectively and maintain safe learning environments
• Collaborate with the PE department to develop the curriculum
• Support whole-school wellbeing and physical activity initiatives
• Organise and lead extra-curricular clubs, teams, and competitions
• Support GCSE PE and sports leadership qualifications
• Promote healthy lifestyles and mental wellbeing

Skills

Strong subject knowledge of PE and sports science

Adaptability to cater for students with diverse needs

Enthusiastic and proactive in lesson planning

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Confident in leading both team and individual sports

Experience in delivering extracurricular clubs and activities

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Are you a dynamic, energetic, and inspiring PE professional?

Are you passionate about empowering young women through sport and fitness?

Can you motivate students who may feel disengaged and inspire lifelong healthy habits?

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Female PE Teacher to join a forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Leeds starting September 2025. This school champions diversity, self-belief, and resilience. The successful candidate will play a vital role in promoting physical education across KS3 and KS4, encouraging participation, wellbeing, and ambition-especially among young women.

About the school

The school, located in a vibrant and diverse part of Leeds, offers fantastic sports facilities, a supportive SLT, and a progressive approach to teaching. Recent investment in extra-curricular activities and inter-school competitions highlights the importance placed on a dynamic and engaging PE curriculum.

Essential Requirements

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection protocols
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Key Skills

• Strong subject knowledge of PE and sports science
• Adaptability to cater for students with diverse needs
• Enthusiastic and proactive in lesson planning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident in leading both team and individual sports
• Experience in delivering extracurricular clubs and activities

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging PE lessons across KS3-KS4
• Promote student participation, confidence, and fitness
• Teach a range of sports including netball, athletics, gymnastics, and fitness training
• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback
• Manage resources effectively and maintain safe learning environments
• Collaborate with the PE department to develop the curriculum
• Support whole-school wellbeing and physical activity initiatives
• Organise and lead extra-curricular clubs, teams, and competitions
• Support GCSE PE and sports leadership qualifications
• Promote healthy lifestyles and mental wellbeing

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).

Ready to take the next step in your PE teaching journey?Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of Teacher of PE. For more information, please contact [e-mail] or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.