PE Teacher – Independent School – Oxford

Marchant Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Oxford is looking for a dynamic PE Teacher to join their high-performing Sports Faculty. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and aims to develop pupils' sporting skills across multiple disciplines. The successful candidate will be involved in teaching and coaching major sports, contributing to a rich and ambitious PE curriculum. Applicants should have a degree in PE or a related field and possess strong coaching and leadership skills.

Benefits

Bespoke professional development

Access to excellent sporting facilities

Staff wellbeing support

Co-curricular involvement

Fee remission opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in PE Sport Science or related discipline.
• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong coaching experience in one or more major sports.

Responsibilities

• Teach PE across the secondary age range.
• Contribute to the coaching of major sports like athletics and rugby.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching in major sports

Education

Degree in PE Sport Science

QTS or equivalent qualification

Job description

Seeking a private school with a flourishing sports department in Oxford

A leading independent school in Oxford is seeking a dynamic and committed PE Teacher to join its high‑performing Sports Faculty.

Job Overview

The school is recruiting for a January or April 2026 start and is renowned for:

• its outstanding academic and sporting reputation
• a strong coaching culture across multiple sports
• excellent pastoral support and pupil engagement

The successful candidate will teach PE across the secondary age range and contribute to the coaching of major sports such as athletics, netball, rugby, football or cricket.

This independent school places sport at the heart of its whole‑person educational philosophy.

Pupils benefit from

• a broad and ambitious PE curriculum
• extensive opportunities to participate in competitive and recreational sports
• expert coaching from a passionate and experienced team
• high‑quality indoor and outdoor sports facilities

The department is highly collaborative, well‑led and committed to ongoing innovation and professional growth.

Benefits

• Bespoke professional development
• Access to excellent sporting facilities
• Staff wellbeing support
• Co‑curricular involvement including fixtures, tours and competitions
• Fee remission opportunities

Location: Oxford

Start Date: January or April 2026

Salary: Highly competitive

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in PE Sport Science or related discipline
• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
• Strong coaching experience in one or more major sports
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills

Application

Please submit your CV if you are an inspiring PE Teacher seeking a new role within a thriving independent school in Oxford.