Job Title: PE teacher
Location: Hatfield
Start Date: February 2025 or ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: In line with MPS/UPS
About the school
The School is a well-regarded educational institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. Located in Hertfordshire, UK, it offers a wide range of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and sports, fostering a well-rounded education. The school focuses on nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and a passion for learning, while providing a supportive environment for students to thrive. With a dedicated team of staff and a focus on modern teaching methods, The School prepares students for success both in their academic journeys and future careers.
About the local area
Hatfield is a historic town located in Hertfordshire, England, about 20 miles north of London. Known for its rich history, Hatfield is home to the impressive Hatfield House, a grand estate that dates back to the 16th century and was once the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I. The town offers a mix of urban and rural living, with modern amenities, shopping centers, and excellent transport links, including a direct train route to London. Hatfield is also renowned for its educational institutions, such as the University of Hertfordshire. With a blend of historical landmarks and contemporary facilities, Hatfield provides a vibrant and well-connected environment for residents and visitors.
About the role
A PE teacher in a secondary school is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing physical education lessons that promote students' physical health, fitness, and well-being. They develop a diverse curriculum that includes a variety of sports and physical activities, ensuring students learn key skills and teamwork. PE teachers also manage the safety of students during physical activities, supervise extracurricular sports clubs, and encourage students to engage in regular physical exercise. Additionally, they assess student progress, provide feedback, and help foster a positive attitude towards fitness and healthy lifestyles. They may also support students in developing life skills such as leadership, communication, and resilience.
Am I suitable?
The successful candidate for the Teacher of PE position will have to have:
- Degree or Higher in relevant field
- At least 1 year teaching experience to Secondary age pupils
- Unqualified Teacher applications will be considered if the candidate can showcase a vast experience of teaching GCSE and/or A Level PE
About Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s largest recruitment agency for education staff and are currently supporting schools across Hatfield with their staffing needs. We have variety of vacancies across Hatfield and the surrounding areas for a variety of subjects. At Teaching Personnel, we are looking for engaging, encouraging, and excellent staff that would be an asset to our fantastic partner schools.
Why work with Teaching Personnel?
• Teaching Personnel is renowned for its commitment to supporting educators in finding fulfilling roles that match their skills and preferences.
• Be the first to hear about a wide range of teaching positions across various educational settings, from primary to secondary schools and special educational needs (SEN) institutions.
• Opportunities for personal professional growth and development through our CPD Academy
• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing guidance and assistance from dedicated consultants who are passionate about helping staff succeed in their teaching careers with a personalised
Application
Send an up to date CV to Hannah on Hannah.mcmillan@teachingpersonnel.com - It’s as simple as that!
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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