PE Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education provider in Bournemouth seeks a dedicated PE Teacher to deliver engaging lessons to primary-aged students with SEMH needs. The ideal candidate should have experience in special education, strong leadership skills, and a passion for promoting healthy lifestyles. This full-time role offers an immediate start and requires relevant qualifications and DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in a special education or SEMH setting.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students and colleagues.
• Passionate about promoting active lifestyles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons tailored to students' needs.
• Lead the development of the PE curriculum.
• Promote physical health and well-being through extracurricular activities.

Skills

Experience in teaching PE

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Adapt lesson content for diverse learners

Job description

Job Title: PE Teacher
Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 per annum
Location: Bournemouth
Job Type: Full Time
Start date: Immediate

Are you passionate about inspiring students to lead healthy lifestyles and achieve their full potential through physical activity? GSL Education are excited to offer an opportunity for a dedicated individual to join as a PE Teacher at a special education school in Bournemouth, starting immediately.

About the School:

The school caters to children in the primary age group, with a strong focus on those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. It also supports students with Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs). The school is committed to providing a nurturing, calm, and inclusive environment where students feel safe and respected. With small class sizes (no more than seven pupils per class) and high staffing levels, each child receives the individual attention they need. The school is equipped with purpose-built classrooms, a sensory room, therapy hub, quiet rooms, and extensive outdoor areas, including a sports hall, playground, and courtyard garden. The school follows a flexible timetable that combines primary and secondary school learning, adapting to the diverse needs of its pupils while offering a safe space to build resilience and confidence.

About the Role:

As the PE Teacher, you will play a key role in delivering engaging, structured PE sessions to small groups of primary‑aged students in a behaviour/SEMH environment. You will help these students develop physical, emotional, and social skills through creative and inclusive activities. Your leadership in the PE department will be pivotal in shaping the curriculum and creating an environment where physical activity is both enjoyable and therapeutic.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high‑quality, engaging PE lessons that cater to the individual needs of students with SEMH.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that encourages active participation.
• Lead the development and implementation of the PE curriculum, incorporating sensory‑friendly and behaviour‑sensitive strategies.
• Foster a love of physical activity, encouraging students to develop healthy lifestyles while focusing on their physical, social, and emotional well‑being.
• Collaborate with staff to support the implementation of behavioural strategies that promote success in PE sessions.
• Take on a leadership role in developing and enhancing the PE department, including managing resources and supporting colleagues.
• Develop and lead extracurricular activities that promote physical health and well‑being for all students.
• Contribute to the broader school community by promoting the importance of physical education across the curriculum.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in teaching physical education, ideally in a special education or SEMH setting.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate students and colleagues in a special education environment.
• Passionate about promoting healthy, active lifestyles for all students, especially those with additional behavioural or emotional needs.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Experience in adapting lesson content to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles and emotional needs.
• A commitment to creating an environment where all students can thrive and achieve their full potential.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.

To work with GSL Education as a PE Teacher, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Provide an up‑to‑date CV with two relevant references from the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please note, this role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must undergo all necessary background checks, including an enhanced DBS.

For more details or to apply, please contact [e-mail] at GSL Education. To apply for the role of a PE Teacher, please follow the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to submit your application online.