PE and Physical Wellbeing UNQ Teacher

Hamilton School; Reading; Vor Ort; GBP 24.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hamilton School in Reading is seeking an Unqualified PE, Physics & Wellbeing Teacher to join a supportive, therapeutic environment focused on SEMH needs. You will deliver PE, physics and wellbeing lessons while fostering confidence and resilience in students.

There is a commitment to high-quality training and collegial collaboration, with opportunities to gain classroom experience and progress teaching qualifications in a trusted Maiden Erlegh Trust setting.

Qualifikationen

• Holds a degree or relevant qualifications in Physics, Sports Science, Physical Education or related subject.
• Interest in working with young people who may have faced education challenges.
• Committed to supporting wellbeing, personal development and academic progress.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilient and adaptable with high expectations.
• Keen to develop teaching skills and pursue a recognised teaching qualification.

Aufgaben

• Deliver engaging PE, Physics and wellbeing lessons.
• Support students in developing confidence, resilience, teamwork and emotional regulation.
• Build positive relationships that promote engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Contribute to the school’s therapeutic and trauma-informed approach.
• Support enrichment activities, sports events and wellbeing initiatives.
• Act as a positive role model and key adult for students.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Resilience

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Degree or relevant qualification in Physics, Sports Science, Physical Education or related subject

Jobbeschreibung

PE, Physics & Wellbeing Unqualified Teacher

Hamilton School

Are you passionate about inspiring young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

Hamilton School is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Unqualified PE, Physics & Wellbeing Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring teacher, graduate, instructor or experienced practitioner looking to develop a career in education while making a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.

Hamilton School supports students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing, therapeutic and highly supportive environment where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of learning. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students achieve success both academically and personally.

About the Role

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will:

• Deliver engaging PE, Physics and wellbeing lessons.
• Support students in developing confidence, resilience, teamwork and emotional regulation through physical activity and learning.
• Build positive relationships that promote engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Contribute to the school's therapeutic and trauma-informed approach to education.
• Support enrichment activities, sports events and wellbeing initiatives across the school.
• Act as a positive role model and key adult for students.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a degree or relevant qualifications in Physics, Sports Science, Physical Education or a related subject.
• Has a genuine interest in working with young people, particularly those who may have experienced challenges in education.
• Is committed to supporting students' wellbeing, personal development and academic progress.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is resilient, adaptable and able to maintain high expectations.
• Is keen to develop their teaching skills and potentially work towards a recognised teaching qualification in the future.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• High-quality training, coaching and professional development.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and develop a teaching career.
• The chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people.
• Access to a therapeutic and inclusive school community committed to student success.

Safeguarding

Hamilton School is part of Maiden Erlegh Trust and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

If you are passionate about education, wellbeing, sport and making a positive difference, we would love to hear from you.

Hamilton School

Hamilton School in Reading is a place of opportunity, belonging and growth for young people aged 11-16. As a special school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, it provides a highly supportive environment for students who benefit from smaller classes, strong relationships and personalised approaches that help them learn, develop confidence and succeed in life.

Every day at Hamilton is different. Staff work closely as a team to spark curiosity, celebrate progress and help students build the skills they need for the future. The school moved into its purpose-built home on Bulmershe Road in 2022, a modern and welcoming space designed around the needs of its learners.

Hamilton supports students with social, emotional and mental health needs and is recognised for its expertise, teamwork and impact, including a Pride of Reading Award nomination from parents.

The Hamilton team is united by commitment and compassion, and colleagues describe the staff team as exceptional in how they support one another and their students. As part of the Trust’s Special and Alternative Provision Hub, colleagues connect across schools to share practice, develop professionally and access strong wellbeing support.

ABOUT MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

Benefits of Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust

• Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
• ME Day - One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event
• Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
• Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
• Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
• Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes
• Mental Health First Aid Support
• Recognition and Community - Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
• Employee Referral Scheme

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.

Additional Information

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.