PE Teacher

Reeson Education; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency in Wakefield seeks a driven PE Teacher to lead structured lessons in physical education. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in managing challenging behavior, and a solid commitment to fostering discipline and teamwork. The role offers flexibility in work hours, a competitive daily rate, and opportunities for professional training. Applicants must have an enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one, ensuring a focus on safeguarding. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate of £150-£230

Flexible full-time and part-time options

Access to specialist training and professional development

Qualifications

• Must have experience in PE teaching or related fields.
• Ability to manage challenging behavior effectively.
• Strong communication skills and quick decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured physical education lessons.
• Maintain control, routines, and discipline during lessons.
• Track student engagement and skill development.
• Work efficiently with teaching staff and leadership.

Skills

Experience in PE teaching, coaching, SEMH support, or structured youth settings

Strong presence with controlled, direct communication

Confidence managing challenging behaviour during physical activity

Quick decision-making and practical problem-solving under pressure

Education

An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

Job description

Are you a driven and disciplined PE Teacher ready to take on a role where your leadership, control, and clear direction make a direct impact?

Reeson Education are looking for a confident PE Teacher to work in a focused and structured school environment in Wakefield (WF17). This position of PE Teacher suits someone practical, authoritative, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards.

About the Role:

As a PE Teacher, you will deliver structured physical education lessons, drive participation through firm routines, and maintain control during high-energy environments. You will reinforce discipline, teamwork, and focus while keeping pupils fully engaged.

Key Responsibilities as PE Teacher:

• Structured Lessons: Lead PE and fitness sessions with clear expectations
• Routine & Discipline: Maintain control, routines, and boundaries throughout lessons
• Behaviour Management: Apply firm strategies to keep pupils regulated and focused
• Progress Tracking: Monitor engagement, participation, and skill development
• Professional Coordination: Work efficiently with teaching staff, behaviour teams, and leadership

To succeed as a PE Teacher, you will need:

• Experience in PE teaching, coaching, SEMH support, or structured youth settings
• Strong presence with controlled, direct communication
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour during physical activity
• Quick decision‑making and practical problem‑solving under pressure
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education

Benefits as a PE Teacher:

• Competitive daily rate of £150-£230 based on experience
• Flexible full‑time and part‑time options
• Access to specialist training and professional development
• A professional and well‑organised working environment
• The chance to act as a strong, positive role model

Please note: This role requires strong safeguarding awareness. Successful applicants must meet all safer recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to apply for one.

As an ethical and independent recruitment agency, Reeson Education provide high‑quality staff to schools across the UK.

For more information or to apply for the PE Teacher role, please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer,
Email:
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We look forward to welcoming a dependable and driven PE Teacher to our team.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%