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Do you believe in the power of sport to build confidence, resilience, and lifelong well-being in young people?
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic female Physical Education Teacher to join a well-regarded secondary school in Swinton. This is a chance to play a pivotal role in inspiring students—particularly girls—to engage in physical activity, embrace healthy lifestyles, and grow in confidence both on and off the field.
 
Location: Swinton, M27
Pay Scale: £150 – £230 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: Immediate
This role offers the opportunity to be a positive female role model, inspiring students—particularly girls—to embrace physical activity, lead healthy lifestyles, and develop confidence through sport.
 
The Role – PE Teacher
As a PE Teacher, you will take a lead in delivering a rich, inclusive curriculum that promotes physical fitness, sportsmanship, and personal growth across Key Stages 3 and 4.
 
Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging PE lessons across a wide range of sporting activities.
• Encouraging full participation and confidence in physical education among all students, with particular emphasis on female engagement.
• Creating a positive, inclusive environment where students feel supported and inspired to achieve their personal best.
• Promoting teamwork, leadership, and resilience both in lessons and through extracurricular activities.
• Assessing progress and adapting teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Supporting the wider school community through active involvement in clubs, competitions, and school sports events.
• Collaborating with colleagues to enhance the quality of teaching and learning within the department.

 
The Ideal Candidate:

• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and have experience teaching PE in a secondary school setting.
• Have a genuine passion for girls’ physical education and encouraging lifelong participation in sport.
• Possess strong classroom management skills and the ability to motivate students of all abilities.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Be committed to personal development and reflective teaching practice.
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS registered on the update service.

 
About the School:
This welcoming and well-established school in Swinton is part of a respected academy trust known for fostering ambition and inclusivity.
The school was rated ‘Good’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection (2023), where inspectors noted:
“Pupils are proud to attend this school. They know that staff care about them and want them to do well.” – Ofsted

The school offers a nurturing environment with strong leadership, clear values, and a focus on holistic development. Staff are encouraged and supported in their professional growth, and there is a strong emphasis on promoting diversity and positive role models within the curriculum.
 
How to Apply:
If you are a qualified and passionate female PE Teacher who is eager to make a meaningful impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please contact Sarah at sarah@smile-education.co.uk to request further details or to submit your application.

Please note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and qualification verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.