PE Teacher

University Collegiate School, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL3 5AG

39 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  19 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Mainscale to UPR
• Additional allowances:

  Mainscale to UPR

PE Teacher job summary

About the Role

As a Teacher of Physical Education, you will be at the heart of delivering a high-quality, engaging PE curriculum to pupils aged 11 to 19, including preparation for GCSE and A-level/BTEC qualifications. You will utilise excellent facilities, such as the Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), to create inspiring and inclusive learning experiences that promote health, wellbeing, and physical development.

You will:

• Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of pupils.
• Foster a positive learning environment that motivates pupils to achieve excellent progress.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, setting high expectations and providing constructive feedback.
• Support pupils beyond the classroom through extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice and contribute to curriculum development.
• Act as a form tutor, supporting pupils’ welfare, behaviour, and personal development.

About You

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic PE teacher who:

• Has strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring pupils in physical education and sports science.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management skills, creating a safe and supportive environment.
• Embraces inclusivity and differentiation to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
• Is eager to develop professionally, sharing best practises and engaging actively with ongoing training.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a School and Trust with a clear vision and values.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment within a Trust committed to staff wellbeing and development.
• Professional development opportunities, including coaching, mentoring, and access to specialist training.
• A wellbeing day—an additional day’s leave dedicated to your health and balance.
• Access to a pension scheme and a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Opportunities to work with modern facilities and to impact the lives of pupils

For more details on our benefits, please see our benefits brochure.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About University Collegiate School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 604 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: University Collegiate School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/university-collegiate-school

Join the University Collegiate School – Shape the Future of Education!

Are you a passionate and visionary curriculum leader ready to make a lasting impact? UCS invites you to become a key part of our vibrant family, leading curriculum development and embedding the unique UTC ethos across all key stages at University Collegiate School (UCS), Bolton. This is a rare opportunity to inspire young people from ages 11 to 19 within a Trust that values character, community, and academic excellence.

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