Teacher of PE & Science - £3,000 Golden Hello - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Physical Education & Science to inspire students and foster a love for learning. This rewarding role involves leading PE and Science classes, engaging students with complex needs, and providing vital support for their wellbeing. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive team and opportunities for professional growth, including assistance in obtaining Qualified Teacher Status. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

£3,000 Golden Hello

Levelling Up Premium Payments

Qualifications

• Passion for Physical Education and Science.
• Ability to engage students with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support learning in Physical Education and Science.
• Plan and organize active trips and activities offsite.

Skills

Physical Education

Science Education

Classroom Management

Engagement Strategies

SEND Support

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

At Future Schools Trust, we are looking for a Teacher of Physical Education & Science to join our expanding team at The Gateway from September 2025. We are offering a £3,000 Golden Hello for this role, which will be paid as a one-off lump sum to the successful candidate upon employment commencing with Future Schools Trust.

The Gateway offers a specialised inclusion provision for the students within the Trust. The successful candidate will lead and support the learning of our students in Physical Education and Science. The role will be to drive forward PE and Sport at Gateway, motivating and encouraging our students to take part in sport, alongside planning and organising regular active trips and activities offsite.

The successful candidate will also deliver GCSE Combined Science to our Year 10 and 11 students, with support from subject specialists across the Trust.

Applications are invited from driven candidates who are able to show a real passion for PE and Science and a want to instil this in their learners. You will either be an experienced, skilled and motivated teacher able to support an already successful team or be at the beginning of your career looking for a supportive and dedicated team to work with.

If you are looking to get into teaching and have the ambition to gain your QTS in the future this is something that can be supported and funded towards by the Trust.

This rewarding role will suit someone with significant experience of working with young people who present challenging behaviours and a flexible, creative approach to teaching. You’ll need to be confident using a range of strategies to engage students with complex needs, including those with SEND. Beyond classroom teaching, you will play a key role in the wider care of our pupils — The Gateway is a safe space and sanctuary for the children who attend, and you’ll be part of the team that supports their wellbeing as much as their learning. From sharing a hot meal to helping them manage their emotions, you’ll provide the consistency and care that our young people rely on each day.

We are proud to be one of the select few schools in the local area eligible for the government’s Levelling Up Premium Payments scheme for teachers. This incredible opportunity allows successful, eligible candidates, specialising in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Computing to claim a premium payment up to the value of £1500 for each of the academic years they work 2023 to 2024, 2024 to 2025 and 2025 to 2026.

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/levelling-up-premium-payments-for-teachers

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.