Teacher of PE

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a qualified Teacher of PE for a secondary school role in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. You will deliver practical PE and cover theoretical content, helping pupils develop physical skills, teamwork and healthy habits.

The role involves assessing pupil progress, maintaining safety in lessons and supporting after-school sport or enrichment activities where needed.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized equivalent with PE specialist.
• Secure knowledge of practical PE and relevant curriculum requirements.
• Ability to organise lessons effectively and manage groups safely.

Responsibilities

• Delivering practical PE lessons across a range of sports and physical activities.
• Teaching relevant theory content, including GCSE PE where required.
• Developing pupils' coordination, fitness, technique, tactical awareness and teamwork.
• Adapting activities to accommodate differing abilities, confidence levels and additional needs.
• Assessing pupil performance and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintaining safe practice, appropriate equipment use and clear expectations during lessons.
• Supporting extracurricular sport or enrichment activities where required.

Skills

QTS

PE specialism

Practical PE

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

Secondary education

Job description

Teacher of PE - High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Do you enjoy teaching practical sport and driving young people to develop physical skills, teamwork and healthy habits? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for a qualified Teacher of PE for a secondary-school opportunity covering practical physical education and, where required, theory-based learning.

This is an opportunity to encourage participation, develop sporting ability and help pupils understand the importance of physical activity, performance and personal development.

What the role involves

• Delivering practical PE lessons across a range of sports and physical activities.
• Teaching relevant theory content, including GCSE PE where required.
• Developing pupils' coordination, fitness, technique, tactical awareness and teamwork.
• Adapting activities to accommodate differing abilities, confidence levels and additional needs.
• Assessing pupil performance and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintaining safe practice, appropriate equipment use and clear expectations during lessons.
• Supporting extracurricular sport or enrichment activities where required.

What you'll need

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, with suitable PE specialism.
• Secure knowledge of practical PE and relevant curriculum requirements.
• The ability to organise lessons effectively and manage groups safely.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to motivate pupils with different interests and abilities.
• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and positive pupil progress.

Why work through Tradewind?

You'll have a dedicated point of contact in Charlie, your consultant with over 10 years of experience in the education sector. We offer a streamlined onboarding process, tailored recruitment support and free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, resources and webinars.