Junior School PE Teacher/Director of Sport

Our school is a remarkable place and has been educating girls since 1888. Around one thousand girls, age 4 to 18, from Guildford and its surrounding towns and villages, enjoy exceptional facilities and inspired teaching. Guildford High School comprises a Junior School and Senior School, both on the same site. Whilst providing all-through education, each School has its own distinct personality and girls join us at many different entry points. Our staff are integral to delivering high quality education to the girls in our care, inspiring them to think and learn creatively. We seek to recruit and retain dynamic teaching and non-teaching staff that share in our vision and commitment.

Guildford High School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Start February 2025 | Maternity Cover - Fixed Term (Up To 1 Year)

Guildford High Junior is looking to appoint an exceptional, qualified teacher of Physical Education. The successful applicant will have a passion for Junior School sport, with a commitment to excellence and participation in sport for all. Applicants with proven leadership experience will be considered for the Director of Junior School Sport role.

Our sports department has strong links across the Junior and Senior Schools, sharing specialisms to enhance opportunities for pupils. You will be directly involved in the development and delivery of PE in KS1 and KS2 and will build on and contribute to our exciting range of extra-curricular opportunities for pupils. Flexibility in teaching across the PE curriculum will be fundamental to the role.

Organised, and a great communicator with pupils, parents and staff, you will be at ease delivering extra-curricular clubs, squads, fixtures and inter-house competitions.

We can offer you:

• a lively, dynamic, hardworking and extremely successful department, within a school where enthusiasm for PE and extra-curricular sport is high throughout
• competitive salary, well above the national scale
• membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• a friendly and supportive staff team who work collaboratively, sharing resources and ideas
• excellent facilities
• regular professional development and well-being opportunities throughout the year
• your own iPad
• access to employee benefits and advice services.

Applications close 08:30 on Monday 9th December 2024, with interviews taking place in the week commencing 6th January 2025. If you would like to learn more our application pack will provide further information. If you believe this role is for you, apply through our website:  www.guildfordhigh.co.uk/vacancies.The Human Resources department may be contacted via: human.resources@guildfordhigh.co.uk.

GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.