Female Teacher of Girls' PE and Games (Hockey specialism)

We are looking to appoint a female Teacher of Girls' PE & Games (Maternity Cover) from February half-term 2025 (earlier if available). It is an occupational requirement that the successful candidate be female.  Essential to this position is a Girls' Hockey specialism and either a BA QTS or a BSc Sport Science and PCGE qualification, as well as a proven ability to teach across the entire age range. Desirable for this position is a UKCC Level 2 in Coaching qualification in any of Hockey, Cricket, Tennis and/or Netball, as well as a current qualification in First Aid. Experience of teaching AQA GCSE PE would also be an advantage.

There will be no position of responsibility associated with this position, although all teaching staff should expect to be allocated a Form Teacher role as part of their responsibilities. We are, unfortunately, unable to accept ECTs for this position.

The successful candidate should be able to inspire and motivate pupils across the school through a diverse range of learning styles and be able to offer pastoral care, particularly to the girls in their care. They should be able to work on ad hoc Saturdays and Sundays for sporting fixtures, as well as for periods during school holidays for match tours or other school trips. Involvement with these latter responsibilities will particularly suit a teacher with strong organisational and communication skills.

The PE department at Harrodian is the largest in the school and teaches PE & Games across the entire age range from Reception through Year 13. At Harrodian, we believe in offering a breadth of activity so that all pupils can participate and represent their school in competitive fixtures. The departmental values of responsibility, humility, work rate, discipline and enjoyment are a focus in all lessons in order to help our pupils develop the practical skills they need to achieve their potential in all areas. 

The PE department offers a professional and collaborative working environment where our students' achievement and progress are at the forefront of our teaching. We are looking for a PE teacher who consistently models excellent practice and can make a significant contribution to this strong and successful department.

Harrodian is blessed with superb grounds and the majority of sport takes place on the school site. The school has a Dance studio, cricket nets, three Astroturf facilities, a swimming pool and the most glorious fields.

Founded in 1993, the Harrodian School is co-educational and set in 25 acres of grounds with excellent facilities. Harrodian offers teachers and students alike a friendly, welcoming and exceptional school environment where classes are small and standards and expectations are high. We place a strong emphasis on the ability to convey enthusiasm and enjoyment of the subject to students across the ability range. A sense of fun, a readiness to respond to students’ individual needs and an open approach to teaching are qualities that we value highly. A teacher’s willingness to assist with a large range of extra-curricular activities is important in this dynamic and vibrant school. Teaching staff are expected to offer support to the learning, pastoral and co-curricular needs of our pupils to ensure the all-round quality of education offered at Harrodian.

Working hours

Mondays 08:00-17:00, Tuesdays to Fridays 08:15-17:00 during term-time.

Benefits

Harrodian offers a range of benefits, including a free car park (on a first come first served basis), a cycle to work scheme, free lunches during term time, free access to some of the School’s sport and leisure facilities at stipulated times, and a defined contribution pension scheme.

For further information about the role and application details, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Thursday 28th November 2024.

Please note: We intend to appoint as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive and interviews may be held ahead of the closing date. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the application process.

Interview dates: TBC.

As part of the interview process, all candidates will be required to teach a lesson. Preparation work in advance of the lesson will be required, and details will be provided prior to interview.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Harrodian is unable to act as a sponsor for an employment visa.

Safeguarding and employment checks: Harrodian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, checks with any applicable Overseas Criminal Records body, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK. In accordance with current Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations, online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks. Please read our Safer Recruiting Policy and Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy by selecting from our list of policies HERE.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Enhanced DBS check will give details of all spent and unspent convictions and other recordable matters. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available from HR. References will be taken up, and the School may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications.