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Teacher of PE (part time and fixed-term initially for up to 12 months)

Robert May's School, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1NA

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  23 February 2026

• Closing date

  20 October 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Physical education
• Working pattern: Part time: Ideally 3 days a week
• Contract type: Fixed term - Up to 12 months initially - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £32,916 and £51,048

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring Teacher of PE who is passionate about their subject and able to make a positive contribution to the learning experiences of our students.

You will be joining a highly successful and forward-thinking department in a growing school where we offer a wide range of sports as extracurricular activities and clubs. Our range of facilities is extensive, including two all-weather pitches, five netball/tennis hard courts, four court sports hall and recently refurbished gymnasium. Applications from Early Career Teachers or experienced teachers are encouraged and a comprehensive induction and support package would be available if appropriate.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience of delivering netball or girls football.

At RMS, we are looking for a teacher who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge and strong teaching skills.
• Is able to build positive relationships with all learners and is committed to raising attainment of all students.
• Will work collaboratively within the PE team to contribute to the success of the department.
• Is willing to commit to extracurricular activities that add value to the school and local community.
• Is able to respond positively and creatively to the changing expectations of the subject.

What the school offers its staff

We are a welcoming, caring and supportive working environment and high priority is given to the wellbeing of our staff and students.

We can offer:

• Excellent support from an experienced, committed and welcoming subject specialist team and fantastic opportunities for continued professional development: we have a comprehensive CPD programme for teachers at all career stages including preparation for middle and senior leadership.
• Fantastic students who are well behaved and who want to learn and supportive families who value education. Consistently excellent student attainment and progress.
• Continual collaboration and sharing of resources to reduce workload and improve provision for students. PDL (also known as PSHE) is delivered by a specialist team leaving tutors to focus on character and pastoral development.
• Effective systems and processes to support teacher workload and wellbeing such as centralised detentions, streamlined reporting and assessment systems and online parents' evenings. Very effective systems and resources are in place to support learning and manage behaviour in the classroom.
• Excellent facilities and resources: all teaching staff are provided with a high spec laptop and touch screens in classrooms. Digital learning is fully embedded using a Google platform in Year 7 and is being rolled out to all years with laptops for students. Significant investment has been made in facilities including recent upgrades to lighting, heating and windows and all subject areas have their own office and facilities.
• A wellbeing day per academic year and an active Staff Wellbeing Committee with numerous enrichment activities on offer.
• A full programme of trips and visits, giving you the chance to share in making positive memories with students.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• All requests for flexible working will be considered.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

We pride ourselves on our ethos and culture which promotes positive relationships and behaviour. In our most recent Ofsted report (Nov 2022), inspectors observed that ‘“Lessons are calm and purposeful and led by knowledgeable, passionate teachers. Pupils show dedication to learning and pay close attention to their teacher’s instruction”’.

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with a distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder. We would welcome the opportunity for an informal discussion or visit.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible afterwards. Please note that the school reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications, and to appoint prior to the deadline, so early application is recommended.

An online search will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Robert May's School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1319 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Robert May's School website
• Email address: lisa.shackleton@rmays.com
• Phone number: 01256 702700
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/robert-may-s-school

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with a distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder.

Arranging a visit to Robert May's School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lisa.shackleton@rmays.com.

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