PE Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Northampton is seeking a passionate PE Teacher to inspire students in physical education. Candidates should have Qualified Teacher Status and be confident across various sports. The role offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a focus on well-being within a supportive environment. This position starts in October 2025 and is either permanent or long-term.

Benefits

Competitive pay (MPS/UPS)

Access to excellent sports facilities

Free CPD courses through The National College

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with specialism in PE.
• Confident in teaching across a wide range of sports.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to student development.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging PE lessons across various sports.
• Support extracurricular sports and teams.
• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives within the school.

Skills

Teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4

Dynamic and motivating presence

Strong classroom management

Encouraging participation and teamwork

Ability to teach various sports disciplines

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Recruiter Tradewind Recruitment | Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom | Salary £140 - £250 Per Day | Posted 01 Oct 2025 17:26 | Closes 29 Oct 2025 23:59 | Reference 3007444122 | Sector: Further Education | Job Level: Teaching / Lecturing | Specialism: Education Studies / Teacher Training | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

Location: Northampton

Start Date: October 2025 | Full-Time Permanent or Long-Term

Are you a passionate PE teacher who thrives on inspiring students to lead active, healthy lifestyles? Do you want to work in a school where sport is celebrated, facilities are excellent, and personal development is genuinely supported?

Tradewind is working in partnership with a group of forward-thinking and inclusive secondary schools in Northampton, each looking to appoint an enthusiastic PE Teacher from October 2025. These are full-time roles, with permanent or long-term options available depending on your preferences and career goals.

The Role

• Teach PE across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 available in some settings)
• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across a range of sports and physical activities
• Encourage participation, teamwork, resilience, and a lifelong love of physical activity
• Support with extra-curricular sports clubs, teams, and fixtures
• Contribute to whole-school wellbeing initiatives and healthy lifestyle campaigns

What We're Looking For

• A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent) with a specialism in PE
• A dynamic and motivating presence in the classroom and on the sports field
• Confident teaching across a wide range of sports and fitness disciplines
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A collaborative, proactive teacher who values holistic student development
• ECTs are welcome to apply - full induction and mentoring provided

What We Offer

• Exciting PE teaching roles in well-resourced Northampton schools
• Flexibility to choose between long-term placements or permanent contracts
• Competitive pay (MPS/UPS) matched to your experience and role
• Supportive departments with a strong focus on sport, wellbeing, and enrichment
• Access to excellent sports facilities and equipment

Professional Development with Tradewind

As a Tradewind teacher, you\'ll receive free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via our partnership with The National College - including training on curriculum design, safeguarding, behaviour strategies, and subject-specific PE development.

If you\'re ready to take your next step in PE teaching and want to work in a school that values sport, teamwork, and teacher development, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply today to explore PE Teacher opportunities in Northampton starting October 2025.

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