Teacher of PE

Jesmond Park Academy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Salary

Generous annual leave

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Professional development

Career development across Gosforth/Gos

High achieving peers

Job summary

Jesmond Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an enthusiastic and versatile teacher of PE to join our successful PE team. You will teach PE across key stages 3 and 4, and the post is fixed term to cover a maternity leave for up to one year or on the return of the permanent postholder.

This role offers a superb opportunity to lead GCSE PE, develop the department, and contribute to extra-curricular activities.

Qualifications

• Outstanding practitioner with passion for PE and ability to lead GCSE PE.
• Commitment to extra-curricular activities and student achievement across key stages.
• Fresh methods of delivering the curriculum and a drive to secure strong outcomes.
• Excellent communication and ICT skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach PE across key stages 3 and 4.
• Lead GCSE PE and raise the profile of PE at Jesmond Park Academy.
• Support extra-curricular activities and department development.
• Deliver engaging lessons using innovative methods and ICT.
• Contribute to a high-achieving PE department and school community.

Skills

GCSE PE leadership

Passion for PE

Extra-curricular commitment

Excellent communication

ICT skills

Tools

ICT proficiency

Job description

*Please note this is a full/part time role, and you will be paid all year round as per STPCD (School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document).Please disregard the fields 'contract term' and 'hours per year'.

This role is open to female applicants only. This is a lawful occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

We are seeking to appoint as soon as possible, an enthusiastic and versatile teacher of PE to join our successful PE team. You will be required to teach PE across key stages 3, and 4. The post is fixed term to cover a maternity leave for up to one year or on the return of the permanent postholder.

Physical Education is a popular subject in school which enjoys a reputation for excellence in a range of sporting activities including significant success at regional and national levels.You will teach a wide range of activities within the PE curriculum.This post offers a superb opportunity for a teacher with excellent skills to develop further within an experienced and dynamic department. This role is suitable for ECT's.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

1. An outstanding practitioner with a passion for PE
2. The ability to lead GCSE PE and continue to raise the profile of PE at Jesmond Park Academy
3. A commitment to extra-curricular activities
4. A proven track record of excellent achievement across all key stages
5. A commitment to fresh and exciting methods of delivering the curriculum.
6. A relentless drive to secure the best possible outcomes for students of all abilities
7. Excellent communication and ICT skills

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

1. A competitive salary- as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
2. Generous annual leave
3. Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
4. An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
5. Enthusiastic and motivated students
6. An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
7. A school with its community at heart
8. Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.