Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover)

HMC (Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference); Manchester, Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding independent day school for girls is seeking a dedicated Teacher of PE for maternity cover. This full-time position offers the opportunity to inspire students through a diverse range of physical activities and sports, fostering their skills and confidence both in and out of the classroom. The successful candidate will join a vibrant department committed to excellence in education and student development. With excellent facilities and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for a passionate educator eager to make a significant impact on young lives.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in Physical Education.
• Ability to engage students in a variety of sports and activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach PE across all year groups and contribute to extra-curricular activities.
• Promote the Department and maintain high student standards.

Skills

Physical Education

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Teaching careers in HMC independent schools

Withington Girls’ School, The Sunday Times’ North-West Independent School of the Decade 2021, is looking for a well-qualified, experienced Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover) to join this outstandingly successful independent day school for girls.

The role of Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover) is available from September 2025 and is offered on a 1-year fixed term contract expected to end August 2026. The role is full time.

At Withington, we aim to promote the school’s ethos of love of learning, engagement with our school’s wide breadth of opportunity and commitment to the highest standards in all that we do for the benefit of our pupils in all aspects of their development. Our commitment is to: intellectually stimulating, innovative and supportive teaching which enables each pupil to fulfil her potential and develop the skills, knowledge and approaches needed not only for success in examinations but for life beyond school. The School believes strongly in enrichment, diversity and extension and our lessons go beyond the requirements of the National Curriculum.

PE is a core subject for all pupils from Year 3 to Year 11 inclusive and a key part of our pupils’ experience. We aim to provide a wide range of opportunities so that all of our pupils can develop their skills and confidence, both within curriculum lessons and through our outstanding extra-curricular provision. Our aim is that, whether playing competitively in teams, at elite level, or enjoying physical activity for fitness and wellbeing, there is something to inspire all of our pupils. We also benefit from outstanding facilities, extended and enhanced in 2018, which include a sports hall, gymnasium, fitness suite, mind and body studio and all-weather pitch.

Our pupils have achieved much success in sporting competitions and the successful applicant will join a department which is fully committed to sustaining these opportunities for our pupils.

The post holder will be required to teach PE across all year groups. The post holder will also be expected to make a contribution to the vibrant extra-curricular programme and to help to promote the Department to maintain and improve student standards.

If you would like to apply for the role of Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover,) you will need to complete the School’s application form and submit along with a covering letter to:

Email: [e-mail]

Please note that only applications using the School’s application form will be considered.

Closing Date: 8am, Friday 9th May 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025

Withington Girls’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their application.

Withington Girls’ School is an equal opportunities employer. It is our policy to employ the best qualified personnel and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals who meet our criteria for the role advertised. We will consider candidates without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. This list is not exhaustive, and candidates will also be considered without discrimination based on socioeconomic, marital, parental or caregiving status, or any of the previously listed characteristics or statuses.

We value the diversity of our staff and do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, or victimisation. We achieve this by creating and maintaining a work environment and culture where people from different backgrounds, and with varying lifestyles, interests, opinions, and responsibilities, treat each other with dignity and respect. Our working environment is such that our staff feel safe and are inspired and motivated to be their best.

Our school is dedicated to sustaining and promoting diversity with respect to recruitment, promotion, training, and general treatment during employment. We are actively seeking to extend the diversity of our staff.

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