Teacher of PE

Active Learning Trust; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VivUp

Cycle to Work

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Chantry Academy in Ipswich is seeking a Teacher of PE to inspire pupils and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum. This fixed-term, full-time position runs until August 2027, with a January start and a competitive main pay scale.

You will assess progress, contribute to departmental development, promote wellbeing, and join a supportive, inclusive Trust culture, with benefits and professional collaboration.

Qualifications

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured PE lessons, aligned with the academy curriculum and schemes of work
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs
• Set high expectations to motivate pupils and promote strong progress and outcomes
• Contribute to curriculum development, academy priorities and the wider life of the school
• Promote effective behaviour, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times

Job description

Teacher of PE at Chantry Academy

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• Job Reference #: EDV/2026/CA/14746
• Job Category: Teaching & Lecturing | Secondary
• Location: Mallard Way, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 9LR
• Contract Type: Fixed Term
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £34,069.00 - £46,940.00 Annually (Actual)
• Main Pay Scale: £34,069 - £46,940
• Fixed Term End Date: Tue 31st Aug, 2027
• Closing Date: Midday, Fri 13th Nov, 2026
• Start Date: January 2027
• Positions Available: 1

About this Role

Helping young people discover their potential through sport and teamwork

We are looking for a Teacher of PE to join Chantry Academy, where a shared commitment to high expectations and inclusive practice underpins everything we do. This role centres on delivering engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire pupils to participate, improve and succeed, while contributing to a strong and collaborative department. It offers the opportunity to shape positive attitudes to health and wellbeing, support pupils of all abilities to make progress, and play a full part in academy life. We value professionals who combine secure subject knowledge with adaptability, strong relationships and a determination to secure the best outcomes for every student.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured PE lessons, aligned with the academy curriculum and schemes of work
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs
• Set high expectations to motivate pupils and promote strong progress and outcomes
• Contribute to curriculum development, academy priorities and the wider life of the school
• Promote effective behaviour, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times

Why Join Our Trust?

• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension scheme.

Contact

Contact: Karis Lambert, HR Manager, email: [email protected]

All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months' probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act.