Unqualified Teacher - PE Coach

Peterborough Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

PPA time

Job summary

St James CE Primary School in Northampton is seeking an enthusiastic PE Coach for 16.5 hours across three days (Tue-Thu). This unqualified teaching post is permanent and part-time, with the pay range £23,732.00 - £36,494.00 FTE (pro‑rata).

The role involves leading PE lessons and promoting sport across the primary age range, with a focus on health and wellbeing. The successful candidate will work in a values‑led school, supporting inclusion and a Christian ethos while coordinating sport and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering PE to Primary age groups (3–11).
• Ability to plan and assess PE lessons across terms.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead high‑quality PE lessons across the primary age range.
• Promote participation in sport and physical activity.
• Support pupil health, wellbeing and achievement through sport.
• Collaborate with staff to develop a broad sporting offer.

Skills

PE Coaching

Team leadership

Planning PE lessons

Christian ethos alignment

Education

L2 coaching qualification

Job description

Unqualified Teacher - PE Coach at St James Church of England Primary School

New

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SJCEPS/86219

Location

Harlestone Road, St James, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 7AG

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£23,732.00 - £36,494.00 Annually (FTE) Will be pro-rata

Hours Per Week

16.5

Weeks Per Year

52

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 13th Nov, 2026

Start Date

January 2027

Positions Available

1

Interview Date(s)

Thursday 19th November 2026

About this Role

Working together, we build bright futures

Unqualified Teacher - PE Coach

16.5 hours across 3 days per week (Tuesday - Thursday)

Permanent Contract

Unqualified Pay Range Scale 1-6

Inspire, motivate and help every child flourish through sport and physical education. Join our values‑led school community and inspire children to achieve their personal best.

St James CE Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and committed PE Coach to join our dedicated team as an Unqualified Teacher. This is a unique opportunity for an individual with a passion for sport, physical education and child development, to make a lasting impact on pupils’ health, wellbeing and achievement.

As part of our diverse, inclusive school community, you will lead high‑quality PE Lessons, across the primary age range, promote participation in sport and physical activity and help pupils develop confidence, resilience, teamwork and a lifelong love of being active.

St James CE Primary School is a relationship‑led, two form entry primary school in the heart of Northampton. Part of the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust (PDET), we have a strong Christian ethos where inclusion and wellbeing is at the heart of what we do. We embrace all faiths, respect our similarities and differences and actively participate in the wider community. Through our work with God and each other we build bright futures, enabling all children and adults to reach their full potential in mind, body and spirit. We hope through this appointment, we can strengthen our provision and help our pupils flourish.

We are looking for:

• An excellent sports teacher with experience of planning and teaching PE to a wide range of ages (age 3 - 11) and who has high expectations of children’s learning and can motivate children to achieve their potential;
• An experienced coach, with a minimum of at least one L2 coaching qualification and other qualifications across a range of sports;
• An organised and dedicated co‑ordinator who can plan and manage the wider sporting experience, teams and participation in inter and intra school sport across the school;
• Someone who supports the Christian ethos and inclusive nature of St James and who works to embed these values with children, staff, governors, parents and the wider community;
• Someone who is reflective and continually seeks to improve their practice;
• A person who has excellent team skills who can inspire colleagues and children alike;
• A sports teacher who understands our children and our community and who is able to build supportive relationships with parents;
• An energetic individual who smiles often, challenges positively and drives change for the benefit of all.

We can offer you:

• A friendly, supportive staff and welcoming, lively children;
• A Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team who will encourage and support you to achieve your potential;
• Appropriate CPD and PPA to develop your skills and ensure you are successful;

Visits to meet the team at St James and see the school are strongly encouraged before application. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

Safeguarding Statement

PDET, and all of our schools, are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment, therefore all appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, and references will be sought prior to interview for all shortlisted candidates. We are an equal opportunities employer.