Physical Education Teacher jobs in United Kingdom

As Cover Supervisor you will complement the professional work of teachers by delivering agreed learning activities to whole classes during short-term staff absences. You will ensure continuity of learning, manage classroom behaviour, and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absence, delivering pre-set work.
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Provide feedback on student progress and behaviour.
• Support curriculum areas and contribute to resource development.
• Assist with classroom displays and general teaching support.
• Undertake break and lunchtime duties as part of the school rota.
• Accompany students on educational visits and trips.
• Support other areas of the school when cover demand is low.

• Confident, adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys working with young people and is committed to supporting their learning.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively, deliver pre-prepared lessons, and provide feedback on student progress.
• Experience in a school setting is desirable, but not essential; we welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds who are passionate about education and making a difference.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or higher).
• Experience working with or caring for children or young people.
• Understanding of the national curriculum and basic learning strategies.
• A calm, adaptable and positive approach to managing student behaviour.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship not available. If you have lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust, we invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including high quality CPD for all roles, a Bupa Level 1 Health Plan, generous pension contributions, good holiday entitlement, cycle scheme, employee assistance programmes, access to a credit union, flexible working options, mental health first aid, a Blue Light Card, and a Beyond Cashback Card.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years’ service
• Cycle scheme – save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programme – including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union – regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options – we’re happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• Beyond Cashback Card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Salary: part-time (14‑21 hours/2‑3 days per week) starting at £9,999‑£14,999; full time equivalent starting salary is £29,064, Grade 5.