Female PE Teacher - St Helens - November Start

Tradewind Recruitment; St Helens; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in St Helens, Merseyside is recruiting a Female PE Teacher for a full-time post starting in November 2026. You will plan and deliver engaging Physical Education lessons in line with the school curriculum across different year groups.

The assignment runs until May 2027, with daily pay and ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. Applicants should hold QTS or an equivalent qualification and have experience teaching PE in a secondary school.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Physical Education in a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of PE and practical teaching skills; able to plan engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality secondary PE lessons.
• Plan practical activities to develop pupils' physical skills.
• Teach a range of sports and activities per timetable.

Skills

QTS

Secondary PE

Classroom management

Job description

Female PE Teacher - St Helens - November Start

Location: St Helens, Merseyside

Start Date: November 2026

Duration: Until May 2027

Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Pay: £174.71-£240.70 per day, dependent on experience

The Role - PE Teacher

As a PE Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging Physical Education lessons in line with the school's curriculum.

• Delivering high-quality secondary Physical Education lessons
• Planning practical activities that develop pupils' physical skills and understanding
• Teaching a range of sports and physical activities appropriate to the timetable
• Encouraging participation, teamwork, confidence and sporting behaviour
• Adapting activities to meet different abilities and learning needs
• Maintaining safe and well-organised practical learning environments
• Assessing pupil progress and providing constructive feedback
• Managing behaviour effectively during indoor and outdoor activities
• Following school safeguarding, health and safety and PE department policies
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in the PE department
• Supporting continuity of teaching throughout the assignment

The successful candidate will undertake the planning, preparation, teaching and assessment responsibilities associated with a full-time PE teaching position.

The Ideal PE Teacher

We are particularly interested in candidates who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching Physical Education within a secondary school
• Possess strong subject knowledge and practical PE teaching skills
• Can confidently manage groups of pupils in sports facilities and outdoor settings
• Understand the importance of safeguarding, supervision and safe practice
• Can deliver inclusive lessons that encourage participation
• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management
• Have high expectations of pupil engagement and progress
• Build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Are available full-time from November 2026 until May 2027

As a PE Teacher working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:

• Daily pay of £174.71-£240.70, dependent on experience
• Weekly pay
• A genuine long-term teaching assignment until May 2027
• A dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Free CPD and professional development through The National College
• Access to further PE teaching opportunities across St Helens and surrounding areas
• Support throughout the recruitment and interview process
• Ongoing support during your placement

About the Opportunity

This vacancy is based at a secondary school in the St Helens area, with the assignment scheduled to run from November 2026 until May 2027.

The school requires a qualified PE specialist who can maintain continuity of teaching, establish positive routines and support pupils' participation and progress.

The longer-term nature of the position provides an opportunity to build relationships with pupils and colleagues while contributing consistently to the PE curriculum.

Full school details will be shared confidentially with suitable candidates.

Safeguarding and Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be able to travel reliably to St Helens.

All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced child workforce DBS check and satisfactory professional references.