PE Teacher (part-time, maternity cover)

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An inspiring part-time PE Teacher is sought for a vibrant school environment, recognized as the Independent Girls’ School of the Year. This role involves teaching Physical Education to motivated students and contributing to an extensive extra-curricular programme that includes various sports and activities. The school offers a supportive atmosphere focused on professional development and competitive salaries. With excellent facilities and a commitment to student welfare, this is a fantastic opportunity for educators passionate about sports and student engagement.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Extensive professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualifications

Free life assurance

Interest-free loans for training and computer purchases

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on GDST school fees for employees’ children

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a proven track record in teaching PE.
• Expertise in dance and/or gymnastics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Education across all school levels.
• Contribute to the extra-curricular sports programme.

Skills

Physical Education

Dance

Gymnastics

Classroom Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Physical Education or related field

Job description

Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits

Start date: September 2025

About the Role

South Hampstead High School, the 2022 Independent Girls’ School of the Year, is seeking an inspiring part-time PE Teacher to cover a maternity leave in our vibrant PE Department.

As a Teacher of PE, you will teach Physical Education to highly motivated and talented pupils from EYFS to the Upper Sixth, delivering a wide range of sports and activities. You will also play a key role in our excellent extra-curricular programme.

Ideally, you will be a qualified teacher with a proven track record. Applications from ECTs are also welcome. Expertise in dance and/or gymnastics would be advantageous. There is potential for a Head of Aesthetics (Gym and Dance) role for a suitable candidate.

The PE Department

The department offers a wide range of opportunities for pupils from Reception to Sixth Form, promoting our aim of sport for all. We provide an extensive extra-curricular programme, including clubs in netball, football, dance, gymnastics, athletics, cross-country, and cricket. Pupils can also participate in recreational activities such as yoga, pilates, run club, strength and conditioning, badminton, trampolining, and volleyball during lunchtimes.

Our facilities include a full-sized sports hall, an outdoor netball court, and access to our Sports Ground on Lymington Road, which features floodlit netball courts, a football pitch, tennis courts, a cricket pitch, a dance studio, a fitness suite, and squash courts.

About the School

Working at South Hampstead is stimulating, challenging, and fun. Our pupils are intelligent, inquisitive, energetic, and engaging. We offer competitive salaries, generous employee benefits, and a supportive environment with a focus on Continuous Professional Development.

As part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, we offer benefits such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance
• Interest-free loans for training, computer purchases, and travel season tickets
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on GDST school fees for employees’ children

For further details and to apply, please click the apply button. The closing date is Friday, 16th May 2025 at 9am. Interviews will be held the week of 19th May 2025.

The school may conduct online searches as part of our recruitment process. Applications will be reviewed as received, and early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

South Hampstead High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.