Teacher of PE & Head of Year
Abbeyfield School, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 8BU19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
5 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
16 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
- Head of year or phase
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time: 1 year fixed-term, maternity cover
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
TLR 2
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about developing confident, resilient and active young people? Combine your expertise in physical education with impactful pastoral leadership as a Teacher of PE & Head of Year.
About You:
Every student deserves someone who believes in their potential. As Teacher of PE & Head of Year (Maternity Cover) at Abbeyfield School, you will play a vital role in shaping both the physical and emotional wellbeing of young people, inspiring them to lead active lifestyles, overcome challenges and develop the confidence needed to succeed in all aspects of their lives. Through engaging PE lessons and strong pastoral leadership, you will motivate students to achieve their personal best while providing the guidance, encouragement and support they need to thrive. You will be passionate about building meaningful relationships, promoting resilience and fostering a culture where every student feels valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential.
Our Ideal candidate will have:
- Education & Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and good honours degree level
- High Expectations For All: The ability to develop a philosophy of high aspiration and expectation for every student giving cognisance to SEND, equal opportunities, diversity, ethos and student management.
- Behaviour & Pastoral: Effective and skilled at implementing systematic behaviour management systems with clear boundaries, sanctions, rewards and praise.
- Relationship Building: Proven ability to be able to build effective relationships between pupils, families and staff
- Personal Qualities: Integrity, openness, energy and enthusiasm.
What the school offers its staff
About the PE Department:
The PE Department at Abbeyfield School is a passionate and dedicated team committed to promoting a lifelong love of sport, physical activity and healthy living. Through a broad and engaging curriculum, students are encouraged to develop their skills, confidence and resilience while embracing the values of teamwork, respect and determination. The department offers a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, allowing students of all abilities to participate, compete and achieve success both within school and beyond. Working together, the team strives to create a positive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive physically, socially and personally.
About Abbeyfield School:
Abbeyfield School is a values-led community where staff are supported, empowered, and inspired to make a real impact. Guided by our principles of Ambition, Respect, and Kindness, we foster a collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our students. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with clear systems, consistent processes, and a calendar that supports work-life balance.
Professional development is central to our ethos. Whether you're starting out or stepping into leadership, you'll benefit from high-quality CPD, coaching, and opportunities to collaborate across Creative Education Trust schools. Our students are curious, courteous, and eager to learn, and our inclusive, restorative approach to behaviour helps every learner feel safe and supported.
Abbeyfield is a school where staff are trusted to lead, reflect, and grow. With excellent facilities and a strong team ethos, it’s a place where you can develop your career and be part of something meaningful. If you’re looking for a school that values its people and puts students at the heart of everything, Abbeyfield is the place for you. To find out more please visit our website.
About Creative Education Trust:
Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.
We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.
We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.
Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at Holly.Sweetmore@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk , and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities.
Essential Information:
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Abbeyfield School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1296 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Abbeyfield School website
- Email address
- holly.sweetmore@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk
We are a popular and oversubscribed mixed secondary school, catering for children between the ages of 11 and 18 years located in Northampton.
The school boasts outstanding facilities in a modern well-kept stimulating environment.
Arranging a visit to Abbeyfield School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email holly.sweetmore@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk.
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