PE Teacher KS4/ 5

OFG Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters (mental health)

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

OFG Education's Longdon Parkway site in Branston, Burton upon Trent is seeking a PE Teacher for KS4/KS5 to support students with autism and additional needs. The role involves planning personalised PE lessons, promoting healthy lifestyles and working with support staff and families to help each student reach their potential.

The position is permanent, term-time only, with hours of 37.5 per week from 8am to 4pm (Fri 8am-4pm, Wed 8am-5pm). Salary up to £42,000 per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• QTS with PE Specialism for teaching ages 14–18.
• Experience teaching PE at KS4/KS5.
• Experience teaching students with SEND, autism and/or complex needs.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour using positive approaches.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach with commitment to student success.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Teach Physical Education across KS4 and KS5.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress and achievement.
• Develop and review individual education and behaviour plans.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Promote participation, teamwork, fitness and wellbeing through a varied PE curriculum.
• Work closely with Learning Support Assistants and wider school staff.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.

Skills

QTS with PE

KS4/KS5 teaching

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Independent / MDT work

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Driving licence

Job description

At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work

Job Title: PE Teacher KS4/ 5
Location: Longdon Parkway, Branston, Burton, DE142WD .
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 8am -4pm & Wednesdays 8am -5pm
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: December 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated PE Teacher (KS4/KS5) to join our specialist education team based at Longdon Parkway.

Working with students with autism and additional needs, you will deliver engaging, differentiated Physical Education lessons that support students' physical, social, emotional and personal development. In this rewarding role, you will plan and deliver personalised learning, promote healthy lifestyles, foster teamwork and resilience, and work closely with support staff, families and multidisciplinary teams to help every student achieve their potential.

Your passion for Physical Education will inspire students, build confidence, develop motor skills, and encourage lifelong participation in sport and physical activity.

What you will be doing

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Teach Physical Education across KS4 and KS5.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress and achievement.
• Develop and review individual education and behaviour plans.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Promote participation, teamwork, fitness and wellbeing through a varied PE curriculum.
• Work closely with Learning Support Assistants and wider school staff.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.

What you will bring

• QTS with PE Specialism is essential teaching students 14-18years of age.
• Experience teaching Physical Education at KS4 and KS5.
• Experience teaching students with SEND, autism and/or complex needs.
• Ability to effectively manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour approaches.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach, with a commitment to student success.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Driving licence is required.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures. Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Longdon Park School opened in June 2015 and is a co-educational day school for students aged 7 to 18 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and behaviours that may challenge, primarily associated with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

We operate across two specialist sites to provide age-appropriate learning environments: Egginton, Derby supporting students aged 7-14 and Branston Burton upon Trent supporting young people aged 14-18.

Our therapeutic, supportive and inclusive approach enables every student to develop confidence, independence and resilience. We help our young people understand the impact of their actions, make positive choices and develop the social and emotional skills they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

We are committed to raising achievement by delivering a personalised, engaging curriculum tailored to each student's individual strengths, interests and aspirations. Our priority is to equip every learner with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to achieve positive outcomes and make a successful transition into further education, employment or adult life.

Please note that Longdon Park School is not readily accessible by public transport, so applicants should consider this when applying

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales