PE Teacher (Female)

Rotherwood Education; Colne; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-time teaching opportunity

Ongoing support throughout placement

Job summary

Rotherwood Education are recruiting a dedicated Female PE Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in the Colne area. This full-time maternity cover position starts in November 2026, offering an excellent opportunity to inspire pupils and promote an active, healthy lifestyle.

Deliver engaging PE for KS3 and KS4 with practical lessons, plan and assess progress, and support pupils to develop sporting skills, confidence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• QTS or PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching PE at secondary level.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and prepare lessons for varied abilities.
• Teach multiple sports and activities.
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship and healthy living.
• Assess pupil progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain high behaviour standards and safety.
• Collaborate with PE department on school activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Engagement strategies

Education

QTS or PGCE

Job description

Are you a passionate PE Teacher seeking your next teaching opportunity? Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Female PE Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in the Colne area. This is a full-time maternity cover position starting in November 2026, offering an excellent opportunity to inspire pupils and promote an active, healthy lifestyle. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging practical lessons and supporting pupils to develop their sporting skills, confidence and teamwork.

Position Details

• Job Title: Female PE Teacher
• Location: Colne area, Lancashire
• Start Date: November 2026
• Contract Type: Full-time, maternity cover
• Daily Rate: £168.80 – £215.68, depending on experience

About the PE Teacher Role

• Deliver engaging and inclusive PE lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and prepare lessons to meet a range of abilities and fitness levels
• Teach a variety of sports and physical activities
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles
• Assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and ensure pupils' safety during practical lessons
• Encourage participation and engagement in physical activity
• Work collaboratively with the PE department and contribute to wider school sporting activities

The Ideal PE Teacher Will

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), a PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching PE at secondary level
• Be confident delivering practical lessons across a range of sports and activities
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills
• Be committed to supporting the progress and development of all pupils
• Be committed to safeguarding children and young people
• Provide details of the two most recent references, covering the last five years' work history
• Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of registration
• Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy the required safeguarding and compliance checks

Why Work with Rotherwood Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £168.80 – £215.68
• Full-time teaching opportunity
• Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Opportunities to progress into future long-term or permanent roles
• Streamlined and efficient registration process

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).