Teacher of PE

The Thomas Hardye School, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ET

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  27 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Physical education
• Working pattern: Part time: Full-time Considered
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: MPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a motivated and inspiring teacher who can ignite a passion for physical activity and serve as a positive role model for students. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality PE and sport lessons across all age groups and genders, demonstrating strong subject knowledge and the ability to engage, challenge, and motivate learners of all abilities. They will be committed to supporting every pupil in achieving their full potential and maximising their outcomes. The ability to teach a second subject would be an advantaged.

We require someone:

• Enthusiastic and committed to the learning needs of all young people.
• Skilled at establishing positive relationships with both young people and adults
• Qualified, with a commitment to reflective professional development.
• Inspiring, positive and enthusiastic.
• Adaptable, flexible, proactive and relentlessly optimistic.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to build on existing skills and knowledge, working as part of a successful team in a Multi Academy Trust, with internal opportunities for career progression.
• A generous pension scheme, on-site nursery, and discounted local gym membership.
• Extensive sports facilities, and excellent working conditions.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Thomas Hardye School is committed to Equal Opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Thomas Hardye School

• School type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 2051 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Thomas Hardye School website
• Email address: lpointer@ths.wessex.ac
• Phone number: 01305 266064
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-thomas-hardye-school-dorchester

We require an outstanding Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Co-ordinator to join a large team working to support students with additional needs at the Thomas Hardye School.

We can offer excellent working conditions, a supportive environment and plenty of opportunity for further development at one of the most successful comprehensive schools in the country. The superb facilities include an on-site nursery, a sports complex with company membership for staff.

Arranging a visit to The Thomas Hardye School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lpointer@ths.wessex.ac.

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