Teacher of Boys' PE

Midsomer Norton Primary; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee benefits platform

Job summary

Preston School in Yeovil invites applications for a talented Teacher of Boys’ Physical Education from January 2027 (or April 2027). You will teach PE to GCSE and Sport Science, contribute to extracurricular sports, and help drive our strong student outcomes in a supportive staff community.

The post offers excellent facilities, a drive for professional development, and membership of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership, with options for career progression and workload wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with ability to teach PE to GCSE and Sport Science.
• Proven commitment to strong student outcomes and high standards.
• Experience delivering extra-curricular sports and activities.
• Ability to uphold high expectations of student behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Teach Boys’ Physical Education to GCSE; deliver Sport Science at GCSE level.
• Lead and participate in sport fixtures and extracurricular activities.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and student welfare.

Skills

Inspiring teaching

GCSE Sport Science

Behaviour management

Student engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

# Teacher of Boys' PEEmployer: Preston SchoolLocation: Yeovil, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: M1 to UPS3 – £32,916 to £51,047Posted: 19th October 2026Expires: 16th November 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1580351Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesJob Reference: PE Boys Oct 2026* Share :* PrintAccountable to: Subject Leader of Physical EducationContract Type: Full Time – PermanentStart Date: January 2027 or April 2027Salary: M1 to UPS3 – £32,916 to £51,047We are seeking a talented and inspirational Teacher of Boys’ Physical Education to join our excellent Department from 1st January 2027, or sooner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school with some of the strongest student outcomes in Somerset – both in terms of academic achievement and progression onto meaningful post-16 education and training. In September 2025, our outcomes placed Preston among the top three schools in Somerset for Attainment 8.Preston School has a clear and ambitious vision: To Achieve Excellence, by Inspiring Ambition – For Every Student, Every Day. We are committed to delivering outstanding education and wider opportunities for our students, and we seek a Teacher of Physical Education who wholeheartedly shares this vision.Based in the heart of Somerset, the successful applicant will benefit from beautiful surroundings, a strong commitment to continued professional development and join a welcoming and supportive staff community. We also have exceptional facilities, including a 3G football pitch, state of the art gym and spinning studio, as well as over 5 acres of open green space.In the hope of appointing ready for a January 2027 start, we reserve the right to close this advert early, if we feel we have a strong field. We therefore would encourage early applications.What We Are Looking For:A talented and inspirational Teacher of Boy’s Physical Education, with the ability to teach Sport Science at GCSEA commitment to securing strong student outcomes through consistently high-quality teaching and targeted intervention when requiredA dedication to providing students with extra-curricular opportunities, both in and outside of the school day, including a range of sport fixturesA teacher who sets and upholds high expectations for students’ behaviour and attitudesA full and valid UK driving licenceThis role is suitable for both experienced colleagues and those early in their careerWhat We Offer:A school ranked in the top 3 in Somerset for academic attainment in the last academic yearClear and consistent behaviour management routines, with centralised detentionsA focus on workload and wellbeing, with strong centralised curriculum planningStrong links within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership which support strong continued professional development and further career opportunities for our staffA Cycle to Work scheme and free eye tests, along with access to an employee benefits platformSafeguarding Statement:Preston School and the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.