Teacher of PE - Temporary Maternity Cover

Easington Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to appoint a Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover) to join our dedicated team.  

At Easington Academy, students consistently achieve good GCSE results year-on-year and we are on a steady path of positive progress. In 2019 we were rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted and we are now on a journey of excellence. Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence, an active and well-rounded citizen with deep integrity and one who respects others and contributes positively to society.  

We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Teacher of PE who is committed to academic excellence and high classroom standards. We warmly welcome applications from both experienced and newly qualified teachers.

Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experiences excellence every day.

We are committed to:

·        A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students

·        A positive and caring ethos

·        An excellent learning environment and resources

·        A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued

We will offer you:

·        National Terms and Conditions of Employment

·        Access to Teachers’ Pension (for Teachers)

·        Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing

·        Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands

·        Discounted gym membership

·        24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a QTS qualification (or equivalent)
• Have experience of teaching within the subject area
• Have excellent IT skills
• Be proactive and self-motivated
• Have a flexible approach to work
• Be good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have a proven track record of securing successful student outcomes.

Deadline: Monday 6th January 2025 9am

Interviews taking place week commencing 6th January 2025.

How to apply:

Application packs can be downloaded from our website.

Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to tracey.hann@easingtonacademy.co.uk  or by post to Tracey Hann, Support Services Manager, Easington Academy, Stockton Road, Easington, SR8 3AY.

Please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education” and the Trust’s Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.