Teacher of PE (Female*)

KMT Teacher Training; Longfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Northern Ireland is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Teacher of PE. In this role, you will inspire young people to stay active and develop their sportsmanship in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will benefit from excellent facilities and a supportive workplace culture. Competitive compensation is provided along with a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

MPS/UPS salary based on experience

London Fringe Allowance

Teacher Pension Scheme

24/7 free virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Must have experience in physical education teaching.
• Demonstrate an ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Committed to providing a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach physical education to students.
• Encourage participation in sports and fitness.
• Assist in developing a positive school culture.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ability to inspire students

Teamwork

Passion for fitness and sports

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Scale: MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance

Job Summary: Leigh Academy Longfield is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Teacher of PE to join our vibrant team!

MPS/UPS + London Fringe + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation to stay active and healthy? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same?Leigh Academy Longfield is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Teacher of PE to join our vibrant team!

As a PE teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference, encouraging students to embrace fitness, sportsmanship, and teamwork. We’re looking for someone who can bring energy to every lesson, motivate students to reach their potential, and help create a positive and supportive school culture.

Working at Leigh Academy Longfield can be a rewarding experience for several reasons:

• Professional Growth: The academy provides numerous opportunities for career development. It is part of the Leigh Academies Trust, which offers a wide range of training, leadership programs, and collaborative projects across its network of schools.
• Supportive Environment: The school fosters a positive and supportive culture. Staff benefit from a strong sense of community, with a focus on teamwork and mutual respect among colleagues.
• Focus on Student Success: The academy is dedicated to providing high-quality education and is committed to the success of its students. This mission creates a fulfilling environment for educators who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people.
• Excellent Facilities and Resources: Leigh Academy Longfield is equipped with modern facilities and resources. This includes up-to-date technology and learning spaces, which support innovative teaching methods and enhance both the student and staff experience.

For genuine occupational requirement reasons, we are looking to appoint a woman only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).

Working with us at Leigh Academy Longfield

Leigh Academy Longfield offers a friendly and supportive working environment with innovation and collaboration at the heart of everything we do. The academy is recognised as an International Baccalaureate (IB) world school and delivers the Middle Years Programme (MYP) to students in years 7-9. Our most recent inspection in 2018 confirmed that Leigh Academy Longfield continues to provide strong educational outcomes for students.

The richness of our extracurricular activities allows our students to excel in drama, music, sports, and STEM. Leaders of the academy are highly ambitious for all of the students. We have a strong drive for school improvement underpinned by a relentless focus on the core business of improving teaching and learning.

Our pastoral system is truly exceptional, and we pride ourselves on the quality of care for every student. Our Post-16 provision continues to go from strength to strength, rated in the top 10% for Kent, with our students securing places at top universities.

Leigh Academy Longfield benefits from modern, state-of-the-art facilities for learning across all subject areas. We have a thorough and robust approach to school improvement, and the academy is well on course to becoming a truly Outstanding school.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): [e-mail]/01634 412 245.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.