Male Teacher of Physical Education

Dudley Academies Trust; Dudley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational trust in Dudley is seeking a dedicated Male Teacher of Physical Education. The role involves inspiring students to develop a love for fitness and promoting teamwork and resilience through engaging lessons. Applicants should possess relevant teaching qualifications and exhibit strong communication skills. This position offers a supportive environment focused on excellence and personal growth, making a significant impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated with a passion for sports and fitness.
• Ability to promote teamwork and healthy lifestyles.
• Experience in delivering engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students to develop a love for physical activity.
• Deliver engaging lessons across a range of sports.
• Support students in promoting resilience and teamwork.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Motivational skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualifications

Job description

Job Description

St James Academy are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Male Teacher of Physical Education to join our vibrant secondary academy. The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop a lifelong love of sport and fitness, delivering engaging lessons across a range of activities. You will promote teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles while supporting our commitment to excellence. Applicants should hold relevant teaching qualifications and demonstrate strong communication and motivational skills. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

Ofsted Evaluation

"St James is an inclusive and welcoming school. Pupils are courteous and polite." – Ofsted 2024

School Information

St James Academy is a good school (Ofsted 2024) with high expectations for everyone. We are determined to become a centre of excellence for young people who live in central Dudley, improving life chances for all. Since joining the Trust, St James is the most improved school in the Borough for grades achieved at GCSE and for passing Maths and English at Grade 5 or above. In fact, the proportion of learners achieving Grade 5 or higher in both English and Mathematics has doubled! An increasing number of departments have achieved 100% GCSE pass rates, and our ambition is that this should extend to every area as quickly as possible. Our philosophy is simple: we will ensure the success of our learners through outstanding teaching, positive behaviour and embracing the talents of each individual. There is also a strong caring ethos here, which ensures high levels of support for learners and creates an atmosphere of mutual respect throughout the school. Our learners are challenged to extend their interests through a wide programme of extra‑curricular activities, sports teams and enrichment activities. The Trust recognises that our staff are our most valuable asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority. An extensive programme of staff development is operated within school and across the Trust, and this is extended to senior and middle leaders, aspiring leaders, and teaching and associate staff. You will be joining St James at an exciting time as we continue our journey to provide first‑class education for the young people of Dudley.

Application Details

Closing date is Wednesday 21st January 2026 – we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity. Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.

About Dudley Academies Trust

Dudley Academies Trust was formed in September 2017, uniting four secondary schools under the sponsorship of Dudley College of Technology, which is one of the UK's leading FE colleges and rated 'Excellent' by Ofsted. The schools are: Beacon Hill Academy, Pegasus Academy, St James Academy and The Link Academy. The Trust, when combined with the sponsor, annually supports 8,500 young people aged 11 to 19 years old and employs almost 1,300 staff. The Trust has a strong emphasis on providing the very best educational experience for pupils so they can experience both academic and personal success. It has a strong central team that works across the schools to ensure that our aspirations for them are put into practice. We believe that our investment in people, technology and our estate makes the Trust an attractive employer for anyone who wishes to work in a progressive, environment where achievement is valued. Our Chief Executive, Jo Higgins, joined us after a career in school leadership in South Yorkshire, where she led Penistone Grammar School for ten years. She also contributed to the borough wide school improvement system in Barnsley and she led the application process for a cross phase MAT of eleven schools. As a school leader, Jo is motivated by the conviction that all young people should be able to access outstanding provision, irrespective of their starting point in life. As part of her previous work she has driven rapid school improvement, and brings this experience to help strengthen each school's performance. The vision for Dudley Academies Trust is that our family of schools will be the first choice for young people and parents in north and central Dudley.

Trust Values

• innovative teaching and learning supported by a team of expert practitioners who work across our schools
• access to the latest available learning technologies
• a relentless focus on aspiration
• a rich, broad and varied curriculum, meeting the needs of learners of all abilities
• providing clear pathways to educational advancement and employment
• instilling positive values in our learners through a system of Values Driven Expectations that rewards achievement and good behaviour
• developing a culture in which our staff can contribute, develop and thrive.