Pe Teacher

TeacherActive; Quidenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD and training opportunities

Permanent role opportunity

Flexible payment options

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a passionate PE Teacher for a specialist secondary SEND school in Quidenham, Norfolk, starting September 2026. You will teach KS3 and KS4 pupils with ASD and related needs in a calm, structured setting with small class sizes and strong TA support.

Salary is MPS/UPS and dependent on experience; the role is full-time and permanent, offering ongoing CPD, supportive consultancy, and opportunities to progress within a specialist environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching PE within a secondary setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASD) or additional needs is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons for KS3 and KS4.
• Adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of pupils with ASD.
• Promote physical wellbeing, confidence and resilience through sport and physical activity.
• Create an inclusive environment where every pupil can participate and succeed.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where necessary.
• Encourage positive behaviour through structured routines and consistent expectations.
• Organise extracurricular sports activities and enrichment opportunities where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and the wider school team to support pupil development.

Job description

Location: Quidenham, Norfolk

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an enthusiastic PE Teacher looking for a rewarding role where you can inspire young people and make a lasting difference?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist secondary SEND school in Quidenham, Norfolk, seeking a passionate PE Teacher to join their dedicated team from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to teach Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated communication and learning needs. With small class sizes, excellent support from experienced Teaching Assistants, and a calm, structured learning environment, you'll have the opportunity to deliver engaging PE lessons that help pupils develop confidence, teamwork and lifelong healthy habits.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons for KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• Adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of pupils with ASD and associated needs.
• Promote physical wellbeing, confidence and resilience through sport and physical activity.
• Create an inclusive environment where every pupil can participate and succeed.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where necessary.
• Encourage positive behaviour through structured routines and consistent expectations.
• Organise extracurricular sports activities and enrichment opportunities where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and the wider school team to support pupil development.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching PE within a secondary setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASD) or additional needs is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A patient, flexible and compassionate approach.
• A passion for helping every young person achieve their potential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

In Return, TeacherActive Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay in line with the MPS/UPS pay scale.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
• Flexible payment options.
• The opportunity to secure a permanent role within a supportive specialist setting.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and will be subject to the appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks in line with TeacherActive's safer recruitment procedures.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment