Physical Education Teacher Job

ST MARYS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable secondary school in Croydon seeks a dedicated Physical Education Teacher to lead sports participation and teach GCSE PE. The ideal candidate should have teaching experience and be passionate about education, particularly for disadvantaged students. Join a supportive school community that values collaboration and professional development, based in a location with excellent transport links.

Benefits

Strong strategic leadership

Support for career progression

Access to professional development links

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting, particularly teaching or organizing sports.
• Commitment to social justice and nurturing independent learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the school’s ambitions for sport participation.
• Teach GCSE PE.
• Collaborate within a dedicated department.

Skills

Teaching GCSE PE

Leading and organizing sport

Collaborative skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Physical Education Teacher Job

Salary: London Teacher Pay Scales MPS/UPS, £36,413 - £53,994

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Start Date: January 2026

Location: St Mary's Catholic High School, Woburn Road, Croydon, CR9 2EE, London Borough of Croydon

Due to increasing roll, we are seeking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of PE to join our thriving and ambitious school community at St Mary’s Catholic High School. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who shares our belief in the transformative power of education, particularly for young people in disadvantaged communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead on the school’s ambitions to drive the growth of participation, standard and profile for sport. The successful candidate will be working in a friendly department of dedicated practitioners. The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach GCSE PE and have previous experience leading and organising sport in a school setting.

At St Mary’s, our teachers are intellectually curious, ambitious, and deeply committed to social justice. We have the highest expectations of – and for – our students, and we work tirelessly to nurture a love of reading, deep thinking, and independent learning. Our mission is to shape inquisitive, reflective, and ethical thinkers who can make meaningful connections across their learning and confidently engage with the wider world.

St Mary’s is a small but solid Catholic secondary school in the heart of Croydon. We are proud to be one of the highest-achieving schools in the borough, with a strong reputation for continuous improvement and excellent student behaviour. Our latest Progress 8 score places us in the top 5 schools across Croydon, a testament to the dedication of our staff and the ambition of our students.

We are at a pivotal moment of development, both within the school and across the Catholic education landscape in the Archdiocese of Southwark. As we grow, we are looking for talented professionals who are excited to be part of our journey and to play a key role in shaping our future.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Lead on the school’s ambitions to grow participation, standard and profile for sport.
• Teach GCSE PE.
• Demonstrate experience leading and organising sport in a school setting.
• Collaborate within a friendly department of dedicated practitioners.

Benefits of working at St Mary’s Catholic High School

• Ranked 5th place out of all schools in Croydon for progress.
• Excellent travel links with Central London and South London: 5 min walk from West Croydon and 7 min walk from East Croydon.
• Great location close to excellent shopping and local amenities.
• A collaborative approach and positive relationships.
• Strong strategic leadership.
• Support from managers and colleagues.
• Equality of opportunities for staff.
• Appreciation of staff achievement and contribution.
• Induction of new staff and ongoing development for ECT.
• Students' respect for staff and others.
• Support for career progression.
• Links with St Mary's University for professional development (10 members of staff have either completed or progressing on the MA in Catholic School Leadership).
• Access to on-site car and bicycle parking facilities for all members of staff.
• Generous local authority pension scheme for support staff.
• Our staff are deeply committed to promoting social mobility, ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to succeed.

OFSTED Quotes

St Mary’s Catholic High School is a deeply caring community. Its pupils and staff live up to their core values of being welcoming, serving others and working hard.

Pupils like coming to school and enjoy learning. They feel safe here and know that staff go the extra mile to check their whereabouts and well-being.

How To Apply

To apply, complete our school application form. Please request an application form from Francisca at [e-mail] or call 0207 259 8770 for more information. You can also click Apply Now to register your interest.

Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency); Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.

Closing Date: Immediate, no later than 12 pm noon on Monday 22nd September 2025

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interview. St Mary’s Catholic High School reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): disclosure and barring service checks, medical online and any necessary background checks. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.