Sports Teacher

Activate-Learning-1; Reading; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing Groups

Health cash plan

Learning & Development

Pension scheme

Annual leave

On-site facilities

Job summary

Activate Learning is recruiting a Sports Teacher for our Reading Campus. This fixed-term, part-time role runs 11 hours per week (0.3 FTE) with six hours on a Wednesday; remaining hours are flexible for the right candidate.

You will inspire learners with practical and theory lessons up to Level 3, plan effectively, and work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality education.

Qualifications

• We require qualifications to teach Sport and Fitness courses; teaching experience is advantageous but not essential.
• We value candidates who can act as role models and inspire learners.
• DBS check will be provided as part of joining the team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver practical and theory lessons up to level 3.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to ensure cohesive delivery.
• Support students' progression and career development.

Skills

Sports coaching

Communication

Organisational skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

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Sports Teacher

Reference: SEP20262094

Expiry date: 22:59, Wed, 14th Oct 2026

Location: Reading

Benefits: Competitive holiday, excellent pension, fantastic onsite benefits

About the role: Sports Teacher
Activate Learning are now looking for a Sports Teacher to join our established teaching team at our Reading Campus.

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and passionate individuals with the ability to inspire, so that our sports students have a memorable learning experience. With your excellent subject knowledge and practice skills you will work collaboratively with our existing team of talented and passionate teachers to ensure we plan and deliver purposeful practical and theory lessons up to level 3.
This is a fixed-term, part-time role working 11 hours per week (0.3 FTE) until April 2027 at our Reading College campus. The role will be teaching 6 hours on a Wednesday, but the days for the remaining 5 hours can be flexible for the right candidate.
What do you need to be successful Sports Teacher at Activate Learning?
We are looking for people who can act as role models for our students and ensure that they leave us with not just their professional qualifications, but the attributes required to progress in the world of work. Whilst previous teaching experience or qualification would be an advantage, it is not a requirement. As long as you have the qualifications to teach on our Sport and Fitness courses and demonstrate the attributes to be an inspirational teacher, we can provide you with the necessary training, development and support to equip you to teach in the FE sector.

• Experience of sports coaching, sport therapy or working in the sports/fitness industry is desirable, but not essential
• It is desirable if you have a teaching qualification and worked within education as a teacher, but this is not essential

Your communication and interpersonal skills will be outstanding and support your ability to deliver interesting and purposeful lessons to a diverse range of learners. You will also have strong organisation skills coupled with the ability to prioritise workloads and will benefit from being part of a supportive team, working in a varied and interesting role with a variety of opportunities for career development.

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Who we are:

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups:Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits:Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.