Inspire Students as Secondary PE Teacher — Reading

Academics; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary on M1-UPS

Supportive leadership team

Career progression & development

Well-equipped facilities

Excellent transport links

Support from Academics consultant

Job summary

Academics is assisting a thriving secondary school in Reading to recruit a Physical Education Teacher for a October 2026 start. The role welcomes experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers alike within a supportive department.

The position offers a full-time permanent contract with a competitive M1-UPS pay scale, reflective of experience and qualifications, and a focus on professional development and school-wide excellence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Degree in Physical Education or a related subject.
• Passion for Physical Education and inspiring young people.
• Strong classroom management and high expectations for student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons across Key Stages.
• Inspire students to achieve their full potential through a varied and inclusive curriculum.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes participation and achievement.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress, providing effective feedback to support learning.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, attendance and academic progress.
• Contribute to extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures and wider school life where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice and continually improve teaching and learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Physical Education or related subject

Job description

Academics is assisting a thriving secondary school in Reading to recruit a Physical Education Teacher for a October 2026 start. The role welcomes experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers alike within a supportive department.

The position offers a full-time permanent contract with a competitive M1-UPS pay scale, reflective of experience and qualifications, and a focus on professional development and school-wide excellence.