PE and Games Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Thomas's Clapham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time contract

Maternity cover

Start date Feb 2027

Job summary

Thomas's Clapham is seeking a dedicated and inspiring PE and Games Teacher for a maternity cover. The post is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at Broomwood Rd, London SW11 6JZ, and tailored for an innovative educator who can quickly generate vision, confidence and respect while building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

The role requires safeguarding commitment and adherence to the school's policies with DBS checks and screening.

Qualifications

• Ability to generate vision, confidence and respect rapidly.
• Capacity to foster highly positive working relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
• Willingness to work in accordance with the school's child protection policies and procedures.

Skills

Vision

Confidence

Respect

Job description

About the school

Thomas's Clapham is a dynamic and welcoming school where curiosity, creativity and kindness sit at the heart of everything we do. Set between Wandsworth and Clapham Commons, the school educates around 650 pupils aged 4 to 13 and forms part of the Thomas's family of schools. The approach balances academic rigour with imagination, character and compassion. Teaching is ambitious and responsive, designed to stretch and support every pupil. Professional development is a central priority, and the school is recognised as an Apple Distinguished School. Facilities blend historic architecture with contemporary spaces, including extensive on-site grounds that support active and collaborative learning.

The role

Thomas's Clapham is seeking a dedicated and inspiring PE and Games Teacher for a maternity cover position. This full-time opportunity is suited to an innovative teacher who can quickly generate vision, confidence and respect while fostering highly positive working relationships with children, parents and colleagues. The post is based at Thomas's Clapham, Broomwood Rd, London SW11 6JZ.

Requirements

• Ability to generate vision, confidence and respect rapidly


• Capacity to foster highly positive working relationships with children, parents and colleagues


• Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people


• Willingness to work in accordance with the school's child protection policies and procedures


• Understanding that all posts are subject to appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS service

Benefits & package

• Competitive salary and conditions


• Full-time contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday


• Maternity cover position


• Start date February 2027

The school is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from a wide range of backgrounds.