Teacher of PE (Girls) - 2nd in Department
The King Alfred School an Academy, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3EEThis job expired on 23 February 2025 – see similar jobs
Job start date
2 June 2025
Closing date
23 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time/1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- TMS/UPS
Additional allowances
For the right candidate, an additional TLR 2.1 for the role of 2nd in Department could be considered.
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will have;
- Qualified Teacher Status.
- Passion for a specialist subject.
- Relevant teaching experience in KS3 and KS4. KS5 is also preferred but not essential.
What the school offers its staff
At the Priory Learning Trust, we offer an incredible, comprehensive employee benefits package. This includes..
- The PLaTform- Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
- Healthshield- Healthcare Scheme for employees and all dependents, providing services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
- Discounted nursery feesfor parents AND grandparents at our Academy pre schools.
- Contributory pension schemeoffering generous employer contribution rates.
- CPD opportunitiesboth internally & externally.
- A very friendly school communitywith dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.
- Health & Fitness offers, including incredible discounts on @Worle Sports Centre and Nuffield Health.
- A Cycle to Work scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Flu vaccinationson site, during the working day, free of charge.
Flexible working opportunities
We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer and strive to accommodate a variety of working arrangements, so we encourage you to apply. At our school, we take staff workload seriously and prioritise creating a supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of a local Trust, our staff also benefit from collaborative opportunities and resources that come with being part of a wider community.
Further details about the role
Permanent
Full time/1.0 FTE
TMS - UPS
Plus various Company Benefits
For the right candidate, an additional TLR 2.1 for the role of 2nd in Department could be considered.
The Priory Learning Trust (Somerset Business Award winner for Employer of the Year) are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Girls' PE Teacher to join our vibrant PE department.You will be responsible for delivering high-quality PE lessons across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 fostering a love for physical activity and personal development among our students.
This position is to work at The King Alfred School - An Academy, rated 'Good' by Ofsted November 2022. A school at the heart of the community, where we believe it is our role to develop the next generation into successful citizens.
The TKASA PE department is currently a striving and dynamic team, many of which have responsibilities across the school which makes them a driving force within the trust. The department uphold high standards and pride themselves on academic excellence proved by their successful outcomes. You must be someone who cares, and who really wants to make a difference to the lives of our students. We are looking for an outstanding teacher with excellent communication skills and the ability to contribute fully to our very committed and successful faculty team. If you are innovative and passionate about wanting the best for young people, we would love to receive an application from you.
The King Alfred School Academy is a happy school where staff and students enjoy working together. We provide a calm purposeful learning environment where all students are supported and encouraged to ‘do their best’. Our ethos is strong with core values of respect, tolerance and courtesy. We set high standards of behaviour and promote respect and responsibility – values needed to support our young people in being successful throughout their lives.At TKASA, we also look after our colleagues. We offer high quality development opportunities and a supportive, dynamic and diverse workplace, highly supported by a hands-on team in all areas, from support, to teaching, to senior leadership.
The school hold high expectations for all students, so we require a passionate teacher who can support students achieve their best. If you are a dedicated teacher, able to form excellent educational relationships with students, we would love to hear from you.
As part of this role, you will;
- Identify clear learning and teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed.
- Set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
- Identify the needs of individuals and groups within the class, taking note of individual education plans and the requirements of the Code of Practice, tailoring the teaching to take account of their identified needs.
- Set tasks, including homework, which challenge students and ensure a high level of interest.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge), cautions or bind-overs you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as ‘Spent’ under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The King Alfred School an Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1336 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The King Alfred School an Academy website
- Email address
- hr@theplt.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01934 529357
The King Alfred School – an academy and part of the Priory Learning Trust is a thriving 11-18 mixed comprehensive with 1217 students on roll serving the towns of Burnham on Sea and Highbridge.
Arranging a visit to The King Alfred School an Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@theplt.org.uk.
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