PE Teacher - Independent School

TBA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in South Birmingham is seeking a PE and Games Teacher starting January 2026 to cover maternity leave for one year. The successful candidate will teach across Years 7 to 13 and contribute to a positive school environment. The role requires an engaging educator dedicated to fostering student growth. Interested applicants should send their CV to Miranda for further details.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching PE and Games from Years 7 to 13.
• Ability to teach PE at KS2 level is a plus.
• A nurturing attitude towards student development.

Responsibilities

• Teach PE and Games across Years 7 to 13.
• Deliver engaging and dynamic lessons.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive school environment.

Skills

Engaging teaching

Relationship building

Dynamic lesson delivery

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

School: Independent School

Role: PE and Games Teacher

Start Date: January 2026

Location: South Birmingham

Contract Term: 1 Year Maternity Cover

Salary: Competitive

A leading independent school in South Birmingham is seeking an engaging, dedicated and experienced PE and Games Teacher from January 2026. This is a full time role covering maternity leave for one year.

This role will entail teaching PE and Games across Years 7 to 13. There might be a requirement to teach some PE in the Junior School at KS2. You will be part of a dedicated, caring and experienced common room and want to deliver engaging and dynamic lessons. You will be a nurturing individual, able to build positive relationships with all members of the school community.

This independent school is an extremely happy place where pupils are made to feel self confident, independent and keen to learn. It is a family atmosphere and community with high expectations and an enjoyable place to work and learn.

If you have a passion for primary teaching and would like to involve yourself in an excellent independent prep school, please send your CV to Miranda or contact her for more information.

Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.