Job description

Teacher of Physical Education (PE)

Location: Malton, North Yorkshire
Start Date: January 2025
Salary: £125 – £160 per day

GSL Education’s North Yorkshire branch is looking to appoint an ambitious, energetic, and passionate Teacher of Physical Education to work at a Client Secondary School located in Malton, North Yorkshire.

About the School:

  • The school is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with students aged 11-18.
  • Every class at the secondary school offers a variety of interesting, captivating, and challenging teaching and learning opportunities, reinforced by a number of extracurricular activities and a good rapport between teachers and students.
  • According to Ofsted, The school effectively utilizes cutting-edge technology to guarantee that every student has access to learning. The majority of students progress through the school's curriculum at a satisfactory pace.
  • Additionally, it strives to be both demanding and encouraging so that each person is constantly pushed to reach their full potential.

PE Teacher Requirements:

  • A recognised UK teaching qualification, such as a PGCE or equivalent, with a specialism in Physical Education.
  • A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related field is preferred.
  • Prior experience teaching GCSE and BTEC Physical Education.
  • Strong understanding of physical education curriculum requirements, sports coaching techniques, and fitness principles.
  • Experience working in SEN settings or with students who have additional needs is desirable.
  • A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies, with the ability to follow school procedures and ensure student safety.
  • An Enhanced DBS registered to the update service.

PE Teacher Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 or small group support for a young student.
  • Working with young students to enhance their teamwork and social skills.
  • Demonstrating proper techniques and providing clear instructions to ensure students understand and can perform the activities correctly.
  • Maintaining a safe environment during physical activities.
  • Evaluating students' progress and performance in physical education through various assessment methods, such as skill tests, fitness assessments, and observations.
  • Working closely with other teachers, administrators, and parents to support students' overall development and well-being.

Benefits of working with us:

  • Competitive daily rates of pay via PAYE or via an Umbrella Company.
  • Flexible working schedule with opportunities for further supply work – full-time or part-time work is available.
  • A supportive and inclusive working environment.
  • Working in different schools and age groups which offers valuable experience in various educational settings, from mainstream to SEN schools.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you would like to apply for the position of Teacher of Physical Education in Malton, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the official GSL Education website to apply online.