Physical Education Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Hastings; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking an enthusiastic PE Teacher to join secondary schools in Hastings. This role involves teaching Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4, planning engaging lessons, and promoting a healthy lifestyle among students. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and possess a degree in Physical Education or a related field. This temporary position offers competitive pay rates, flexible working options, and support for career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working options

Support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Recognized degree in physical education or related subject required.
• Strong knowledge of secondary school PE curriculum necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to develop fitness and teamwork.
• Deliver extracurricular sporting activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Motivation techniques

Knowledge of PE curriculum

Teamwork promotion

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Physical Education or related subject

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated PE Teacher to join secondary schools across Hastings and the surrounding areas of East Sussex . This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher who is passionate about physical education, sport, and promoting an active, healthy lifestyle among students.

This role is suitable for experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and are looking for long-term, permanent, or flexible teaching opportunities.

The Role :

Teaching Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially KS5 in some schools)

Planning and delivering engaging lessons that develop students’ physical skills, fitness, and teamwork

Delivering extracurricular sporting activities and supporting school sports programs

Assessing, monitoring, and tracking student progress

Supporting students of varying abilities to achieve their full potential

Creating a safe, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment

Working collaboratively with the wider PE department and school staff

Essential Requirements :

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential

A recognised degree in Physical Education, Sport, or a related subject

Strong knowledge of the PE curriculum and sporting activities for secondary school students

Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

Ability to motivate and inspire students to participate in physical activities

A professional, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

What’s on Offer :

Competitive pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE

Opportunities for day-to-day supply, long-term, or permanent roles

Flexible working options to suit your availability

Support from a dedicated consultant with strong local school knowledge

Access to CPD, training, and career development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to teach PE in supportive schools where high-quality teaching and learning are valued. If you are a qualified PE Teacher with QTS looking for opportunities in Hastings, we would love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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