PE Teacher

Groveside School; Reading; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Scheme

Critical illness cover

Enhanced parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Groveside School in Reading is seeking a permanent, full-time PE Teacher (37.5 hours per week, term-time only) to inspire participation and support pupil development. The role starts December 2026 and is open to UK applicants.

Salary is £45,000 per year depending on experience, plus a £1,000 welcome bonus. You will plan and deliver high-quality PE, run clubs and enrichment, adapt activities for SEND/SEMH, and collaborate with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Passion for PE and ability to inspire participation and wellbeing.
• Strong relationship-building and teamwork with pupils.
• Resilience and calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and motivation of students.
• Creative teaching approaches to bring out best in learners.
• Full driving licence.
• Able to thrive in a fun yet challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality PE lessons and development activities.
• Develop extra-curricular clubs, wellbeing sessions, and enrichment.
• Use assessment to monitor pupil progress and report findings.
• Adapt PE to include pupils with SEND and SEMH.
• Create safe, stimulating learning environments and manage equipment.
• Promote physical activity for confidence, teamwork and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues, LSAs, care staff and families.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement.

Skills

PE passion

Inspire participation

Relationship-building

Resilience

Communication skills

Creativity in teaching

Driving licence

Engaging learners

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

About the school

Groveside School is a special educational needs school in Reading for pupils aged 7 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school opened in September 2024 and will cater for up to 60 pupils. It forms part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, which delivers specialist education with a focus on measurable progress and lasting impact for children and young people.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative PE Teacher to join Groveside School on a permanent, term-time-only basis. The successful candidate will plan and deliver high-quality physical education that inspires participation, builds confidence and supports the personal development of every pupil. The position is full-time at 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £45,000 per annum depending on experience, plus a £1,000 welcome bonus. The role commences in December 2026 and is open to UK applicants only.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality PE lessons and physical development activities that inspire participation and progress.
• Build a vibrant extra-curricular offer including clubs, wellbeing sessions, team games and enrichment opportunities.
• Use assessment to monitor, record and report on pupil progress, celebrating success and supporting every learner.
• Adapt PE and physical activity to ensure pupils with SEND and SEMH needs can participate safely and meaningfully.
• Create safe, stimulating learning environments, organising equipment, spaces and groupings effectively.
• Promote physical activity as a tool for confidence, regulation, teamwork and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, LSAs, care staff and families to ensure consistent support for pupils.
• Contribute to curriculum development, school improvement priorities and the wider life of the school.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A passion for PE and the ability to inspire participation, confidence and wellbeing.
• Strong relationship-building skills, using restorative practice and teamwork to engage pupils.
• Resilience, approachability and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for motivating students.
• Creativity in teaching, with a focus on bringing out the best in every learner.
• A full driving licence.
• The ability to thrive in a fun, purposeful and sometimes challenging environment.

Benefits & package

• Salary of £45,000 per annum depending on experience, not pro rata.
• Welcome bonus of £1,000, paid in two instalments upon successful completion of milestones.
• Life assurance and pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• Mental health support and physical health checks through the “Your Wellbeing Matters” programme.
• Flexible benefits platform including health, wellbeing and insurance options, plus hundreds of UK and international discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover and family growth support, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.
• Strong induction programme and ongoing professional development within a supportive environment.
• Opportunity to work in a school that is passionate about achievement for all pupils and committed to exceptional learning experiences.