PE and Games Teacher

Girl's Schools Association; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent girls' school in Edgbaston is seeking an experienced Teacher for its PE Department. The role involves delivering a broad PE curriculum, inspiring students through various sporting activities, including Netball and Swimming. This full-time maternity cover position starts in January 2025. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous pension, on-site parking, and access to excellent facilities.

Benefits

DC pension

Parking

Gym/pool access

Employee Assistance Programme

Catering services

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and willing to share passion for sport.
• Strong role model and positive attitude.
• Experience in teaching KS3 & KS4 Physical Education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high class PE curriculum lessons.
• Participate in co-curricular clubs and fixtures.
• Teach a weekly KS2 Games (Netball) lesson.

Skills

Teaching Netball

Teaching Swimming

Passion for sport

Job description

Competitive salary & benefits including DC pension; parking; gym/pool; EAP; access to Botanic Garden

Full-time | Fixed Term | Maternity

Summary

Edgbaston High School for Girls is looking for an experienced and motivated Teacher to join our PE Department and to inspire the next generation of sporting prowess.

Detail

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and willing to share their passion for sport in general. They will have a very positive attitude and will be a great role model to our students. They will participate in the high class delivery of PE curriculum lessons, co-curricular clubs and in home and away fixtures across our Senior and Prep Schools.

We would be especially pleased to hear from applicants who are experienced in teaching Netball and Swimming. A NRASTC qualification would be beneficial, although training can be provided.

Our mission is to deliver a broad, inclusive, and inspiring Physical Education curriculum that fosters a lifelong love of physical activity and sport, whether competing at national level or enjoying a friendly activity together. We aim to nurture healthy, active lifestyles by encouraging students throughout our Prep and Senior schools to engage in physical activity both in and beyond school.

Our excellent facilities include a swimming pool, equipped gym and fitness suite, dance studio, floodlit astroturf, athletics track, cricket square, outdoor courts and sports pavilion.

Our diverse and inclusive club provision offers every pupil the opportunity to explore and develop their passions. Whether it's enjoying a friendly game of badminton, taking part in Couch to 5K, learning a new skill, or receiving personalised 1:1 coaching to complement their pathway sessions beyond school, the focus is always on enjoyment and personal growth. Led by dedicated sports specialists and supported by inspirational school captains, our clubs create a stimulating environment where pupils feel motivated, supported, and empowered to thrive.

The Small Print

This position is a full-time maternity cover, starting in January 2025. It is initially a fixed term position for the Spring and Summer Terms. Teaching is mainly in the senior school (KS3 & 4) but there is also an expectation that the successful candidate will also teach a weekly KS2 Games (Netball) lesson.

Every employee at EHS is a valued member of the team, and staff wellbeing is important. Employee benefits include a generous employer pension; on-site parking; use of the gym and pool; training opportunities; delicious lunches prepared by our onsite catering team; access to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens for employees and their families; and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Application Process

A full job description and person specification can be found in the Information Pack.

Applications, addressed to Miss Charlotte Roye (Director of Sport), should include a completed school application form and a covering letter of not more than 2 pages summarising your suitability for the role as outlined in the information pack. Please submit these by 9am on Friday 3rd October to the HR & Compliance Officer, Ms Corinna Gregory: [e-mail]. CVs may be submitted as well but must be accompanied by an application form.

Interviews will take place at Edgbaston High School for Girls during the week commencing 6th October. Successful candidates will be invited to a formal interview and to prepare a lesson based on a specific brief. There will also be an opportunity to tour the School on the day.

Please note, we reserve the right to close posts and commence interviews at any time, once we have received sufficient applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

To comply with KCSIE, Edgbaston High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and Disclosure and Barring Services.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Edgbaston High School is an equal opportunities employer.

Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 3TS