Teacher of PE (maternity cover)

Girl's Schools Association; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate sports professional to teach PE and games to girls aged 11 to 18. This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with students in a supportive and innovative environment. The ideal candidate will be a qualified PE teacher or an experienced coach in netball or lacrosse, with the ability to inspire young athletes. Join a community that values open communication and encourages every pupil to embrace new challenges. If you have a love for sports and education, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified PE teacher with experience in netball or lacrosse.
• Experience in teaching academic PE at GCSE or A Level is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Teach PE and games to girls in years 7 to 13.
• Cover for a colleague on maternity leave.

Skills

PE Teaching

Netball Coaching

Lacrosse Coaching

Athletics

Cricket

Tennis

Education

Qualified PE Teacher

Sports Graduate

Job description

We are looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic sports professional to join us teaching PE and games to girls in years 7 to 13. This role is to cover for a colleague taking maternity leave and is therefore temporary, from September 2025.

Details

We are seeking the right candidate to join our team, and we welcome applications from individuals who are:

• A qualified PE teacher with significant experience teaching either netball or lacrosse
• A well-qualified and experienced coach of either netball or lacrosse
• A sports graduate with high-level playing experience of either netball or lacrosse, plus some coaching qualifications

It would be advantageous if you also have experience in one of our summer sports: athletics, cricket, or tennis. Experience in teaching academic PE at GCSE or A Level would also be beneficial.

St Swithun’s is a popular and successful selective girls’ school committed to innovative teaching, learning, and open communication with parents. We are a kind, understanding, and supportive community where every pupil feels able to try new challenges without fear of failure.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 12th May 2025.

Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be reviewed as received, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy before the deadline.

For initial queries about the role or application process, please contact the HR department at [e-mail] or call 01962 835798.

St Swithun’s is a registered charity providing education for boys and girls and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to support this commitment, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.