PE Teacher

New Directions; Sefton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a committed PE Teacher to join a high-performing secondary school in Sefton. The role involves planning and delivering engaging PE lessons, supporting students with physiology and psychology topics. The ideal candidate will have QTS or an equivalent qualification, experience in teaching across Key Stages 3–5, and a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment. This opportunity offers competitive pay and the potential for long-term roles.

Benefits

Dedicated Account Manager

Competitive rates of pay

Regular and varied supply work

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach PE at secondary level.
• Experienced in delivering PE across Key Stages 3–5.
• Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons.
• Support students in understanding psychology topics.
• Contribute to extracurricular programs and events.

Skills

Teaching PE

Knowledge of physiology

Understanding of sport psychology

Commitment to inclusivity

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

New Directions Education is currently recruiting a committed and enthusiastic PE Teacher to join an outstanding secondary school in Sefton. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students in physical education and support them in reaching their academic and sporting potential.

About the School:

• A high-performing secondary school with a supportive and inclusive environment, where students are encouraged to excel both academically and physically.
• Staff are supported with ongoing professional development and work collaboratively to provide high-quality teaching and learning.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons across Key Stages 3–5, including Physiology topics such as energy systems, biomechanics, and effects of exercise.
• Support students in understanding Psychology topics including skill acquisition, learning theories, personality, stress, and aggression.
• Provide opportunities to explore Sociocultural influences on sport (desirable but not essential).
• Promote positive behaviour, healthy lifestyles, and participation in school sporting activities.
• Contribute to extracurricular programs, clubs, and school events.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified to teach PE at secondary level (QTS or equivalent).
• Experienced in delivering PE across KS3–5, with strong knowledge in physiology and sport psychology.
• Committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service if not already in place.
• Able to provide references covering at least the last 5 years of employment or study.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.

Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Liverpool branch.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.