Teacher of PE (Female)

Tradewind Recruitment; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Female PE Teacher for a supportive school in Sunderland. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, and promote physical education and wellbeing. Applicants must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in teaching PE. This is a full-time role starting January 26, with opportunities for extracurricular engagement and personal development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching Physical Education at KS3-KS4 is essential.
• Strong knowledge of a variety of sports and physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging PE lessons.
• Create a motivating and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Differentiate lessons for diverse student needs.
• Support extracurricular activities like sports clubs.

Skills

Classroom and behaviour management

Subject knowledge in physical education

Ability to motivate learners

Experience teaching PE at KS3-KS4

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Female PE Teacher

Location: Sunderland
Contract: Full-time
Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Start Date: January 26

A well-regarded secondary school in Sunderland is seeking a passionate, energetic, and dedicated Female PE Teacher to join their supportive and successful PE department from January 26. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and empower students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them build confidence, develop teamwork skills, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for sport, health, and fitness.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and high-quality PE lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Teach across KS3 and KS4, covering a broad range of sports and physical activities, including team games, individual sports, fitness, and health-based PE.
• Create an inclusive, motivating, and safe learning environment that encourages full participation and skill development.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the diverse needs of all students, including those requiring additional support.
• Monitor pupil progress, assess performance, and provide constructive feedback to promote achievement and personal growth.
• Prepare students for internal assessments, inter-school competitions, and GCSE PE where applicable.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resource development, and ongoing departmental improvement.
• Support extracurricular activities such as sports clubs, school teams, competitions, and enrichment events.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching PE at KS3-KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge across a variety of sports and activities.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills, with the ability to motivate and engage learners.
• A genuine passion for promoting physical education, wellbeing, and active lifestyles in young people.
• A female PE specialist is required to support the delivery of the girls' curriculum.

About Us

Tradewind Recruitment is a trusted leader in education recruitment with over 25 years of success nationwide. As an award-winning agency recognised in the Sunday Times Top 100 Employers, we are committed to supporting our teachers, offering ongoing development, and helping them thrive in schools.

Apply Now

If you're ready to inspire the next generation of active, confident learners in a welcoming Sunderland school, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact James Pullar on (phone number removed)