PE Teacher

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic, and inspiring Physical Education Teacher. Could that be you?

About Sherrardswood School

Sherrardswood is a small, friendly, co-educational school with an outstanding reputation for first-class care and education for children between the ages of 2 to 18 years. We have been educating and enriching the lives of young people for almost a century and are proud of our long history of academic excellence.

From Pre-School through to Sixth Form, we provide a seamless progression of outstanding education aimed at developing the talents, skills and personalities of each pupil. A great education made possible through a combination of a supportive family atmosphere, small class sizes and exceptional teaching is what you can expect from us.

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday, Term Time

Salary: Up to £32k per annum

Start Date: January 2025

You will be joining our thriving and supportive Physical Education team. The successful candidate will be able to enthuse and motivate students with a passion for Physical Education. The candidate must have a dynamic teaching style, presence and an outgoing personality. You will have excellent subject knowledge and will be able to cultivate enthusiasm and enjoyment of the subject with a clear focus on student achievement.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is willing to contribute to the extensive co-curricular life of this excellent, happy and caring school
• Can complete any relevant NQT/outstanding qualifications
• Essential: Ability to teach PE and Games to various age groups in Pre- School, Pre-Prep and Prep School
• Essential: Good work ethic and a sense of humour
• Desirable: Experience delivering GCSE PE and Level 3 Sport qualifications in a classroom environment
• Desirable: Knowledge of Netball, Fitness, Athletics and Football particularly, they will have a record of inspirational teaching across the Senior age range
• Extra-curricular: To assist the HOD in arranging and delivering the school clubs and fixtures calendar

Why Choose Us? 

At Sherrardswood School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where both students and staff flourish. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what you can expect: 

• Competitive Staff remuneration. 
• Coaching development programme. 
• Teaching and learning focus. 
• Pastoral development. 
• Bonus for our ‘Refer a Friend Scheme.’
• Bursary for your dependent children at any Alpha School. 
• Wellness programme. 
• Access to life assurance. 
• After school classes. 
• Mentorship programme.
• Lunch provided.
• On-site parking 

We look forward to welcoming you to Sherrardswood School. 

Sherrardswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.