Teacher of PE with Science specialism
Stratton School, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8JB3 days remaining to apply
Closing date
15 May 2025 at 9am
Date listed
1 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Physical Education (PE)
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS
Teacher of PE with Science specialism job summary
Teacher of PE
Job overview
TEACHER OF PE WITH SCIENCE SPECIALISM
Salary: MPS/UPS
Hours: Full time
We are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational and dedicated PE teacher who has an interest in science to come and join our team at Stratton School. This is a brilliant opportunity for a teacher with a PE and Science background working to enhance our specialist PE provision. Our broad curriculum is enhanced by extensive extra-curricular programmes designed to allow students a range of opportunities: enjoyment, fitness, skill development and competition.
The opportunity:
- Working in schools where staff and children are passionate about Physical Education the enthusiasm and passion for PE and Sport is evident for all to see
- Outstanding professional development opportunities for all staff
- Working in high-attaining schools with high aspirations for our children
- Innovative and creative teaching methods
The ideal candidate:
- QTS teaching qualification with interest in career development
- Possesses outstanding communication skills and works successfully in teams
- Has high expectations for themselves and cares about delivering high quality lessons
- A thorough understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues
About Stratton School
Stratton School is proud to be at the heart of our community and we have a track record of supporting our students in achieving their goals. We are committed to nurturing the abilities of every student in order to equip them with the qualifications and personal skills they need to become confident, independent adults and successful citizens of tomorrow.
Stratton School is part of The Meridian Multi Academy Trust formed in April 2011, which currently has schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire. The school is underpinned and supported by the ethos and values of the Meridian Trust.
About Meridian Trust –
Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.
Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -
- Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
- Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
- Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
- Cycle to work scheme
- Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
- Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
- Free on-site parking
- Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays
To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.
For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.
Closing date for applications: 15.05.2025
Interviews will be held on: TBC
Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The 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 appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.
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 are not accepted.
About Stratton School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 782 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Stratton School website
Stratton is a thriving Secondary School with around 1,000 students on roll. We will be very pleased to share our April Ofsted 2025 report with the community in due course!
Our school has grown considerably in recent years; it is popular with the local community and includes over 200 students in the Sixth Form. In many respects we are a true comprehensive school with a full ability range. Our students are our best advertisement, although closely followed by the dedication of our staff.
We are proud to be apart of the Meridian Trust and embody their values.
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