Teacher of PE

RAINHAM MARK GRAMMAR SCHOOL; Rainham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainham Mark Grammar School in Kent is seeking a Teacher of PE for a full-time maternity cover position starting November 2026. The role offers a supportive, collaborative department and a chance to inspire students to enjoy sport and develop their skills in a well-resourced environment.

The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent, be committed to inclusive education, and demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate with Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Commitment to inclusive education and equality of opportunity
• Enthusiastic, flexible, imaginative and forward thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Skills

Enthusiastic

Team player

Excellent communication

Professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of PE at Rainham Mark Grammar School

New

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• Job Reference: EDV/2026/RMGS/99544
• Location: Pump Lane, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 7AJ
• Contract Type: Maternity Cover
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £34,089.00 - £46,940.00 Annually (Actual)
• MPS
• Closing Date: Midday, Mon 12th Oct, 2026
• Start Date: November 2026 / Flexible
• Positions Available: 1
• Interview Date(s): Monday 2nd November 2026

About this Role

Rainham Mark Grammar School are looking to appoint a Teacher of PE for a full time, maternity cover position. Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of PE with a genuine passion for sports and a desire to inspire students? We are looking for someone who can build confidence and bring the subject to life for our students. The ideal candidate will enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team and be keen to contribute ideas that support the continued success of our department. If you're excited by the opportunity to teach bright, motivated, and intellectually curious students within a well-resourced and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Experience in a selective school is not essential—both newly qualified and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply.

What we are looking for:

• Graduates with Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• A commitment to inclusive education and equality of opportunity
• Enthusiastic, flexible, imaginative and forward thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Dedication to educating and empowering students
• Firm commitment to continuous professional development

What can RMGS offer you?

Rainham Mark Grammar School (RMGS) is joining Aletheia Academies Trust on the 1st October 2026, and will retain its distinct identity while benefiting from the wider trust's collaboration, support and shared expertise. RMGS provides an enriching co-educational experience where students are nurtured to develop their leadership skills and creativity. We are a school for every academically able young person regardless of social-economic background, ethnicity, or gender, with additional support and bursaries where they are needed. Our success is based on our high expectations. Our students and staff are motivated; they inspire and challenge each other to be the best version of themselves. We believe our students are simply the best of their generation, and it is a privilege to work with them. Rainham Mark Grammar School is a happy place to learn and to grow, and we encourage you to visit and experience our community.

Our school was judged "Good" by Ofsted in 2022 but we are firmly of the belief that we have the potential to be exceptional. There is much to achieve in an ever-changing education landscape.

Closing Date: Monday 12th October at 12pm

Interview Date: Monday 2nd November 2026

RMGS is committed to the protection and safety of its students, is an Equal Opportunities employer, and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. We are committed to eradicating discrimination in the workplace, becoming an employer of choice, for all staff to believe that they have a voice and be empowered to make a difference.

Safeguarding Statement

Aletheia Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974