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Teacher of Physical Education
Allenbourn Middle School, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1PL18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
12 November 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
24 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2, Key stage 3
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time Monday - Friday Term Time
Contract type
- Fixed term - 2 terms
Pay scale
- M1 to UP3
What skills and experience we're looking for
leadership skills with the capacity to continue to grow
ability to implement whole school strategies within their subject area
a knowledge of current thinking for improving pedagogy
a commitment to achieving the highest standards for pupils
a commitment to developing themselves fully as a professional
the ability to support our school ethos to ensure that our children continue to grow,
feel safe and enjoy success with their learning
What the school offers its staff
enthusiastic, hardworking and well behaved children;
a supportive staff body;
excellent Middle School sports facilities;
a progressive, forward thinking Academy Trust;
a welcoming environment where creativity is encouraged;
a school where our core values support our desire to become a Rights Respecting School.
access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering discounts across a range of wellbeing discounts and initiatives.
a genuine commitment to supporting professional development
a supportive & flexible working environment which offers equal opportunities for all
access to the local government/ Teachers pension scheme
a range of employee benefits including Cycle to Work and Health Cashplan
Further information about the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our teaching team as a Physical Education teacher and form tutor from January 2026. This post is for two terms prior to the appointment of a Subject Lead for September 2026.
Actual Salary: £31,916 - £51,048 per annum covering M1 - UP3
Start date: 1st January 2026
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside our Senior Leadership team and an experienced and dedicated teacher of Physical Education to ensure that our children experience high quality physical education lessons and outstanding extra-curricular opportunities.
You should be an outstanding practitioner, with an excellent knowledge and understanding of the Physical Education curriculum. The successful candidate will be required to take the role of form tutor in year 7 carrying out all associated duties with care, dedication and expertise.
Our school was recently graded Outstanding for behaviour and attitudes and personal development (Ofsted Jan 2025) and this post provides an excellent opportunity to grow alongside our staff team and to contribute to the wider life of our school.
You will ensure that all of our children participate fully, developing a love of sport and an understanding of the importance of healthy lifestyles whilst supporting our reputation for developing sporting excellence. As part of our team you will have clear opportunities to work in partnership with school leaders and Trust colleagues to plan, influence and lead our shared Physical Education curriculum.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit our school as part of the application process. To arrange a tour and for further information, please contact Shona Sydenham - Office Manager & PA to the Headteacher by emailing recruitment@allenbournmiddle.org
Interviews will be held week commencing: 17th November 2025
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.
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About Allenbourn Middle School
- School type
- Academy, ages 9 to 13
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 512 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 9 to 13
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Allenbourn Middle School website
- Email address
- recruitment@allenbournmiddle.org
- Phone number
- 01202 886738
At Allenbourn Middle School we are committed to ensuring that our children grow and learn alongside their peers in a safe and nurturing environment. Our school community works together embracing our shared values of 'Academic Excellence', 'All Inclusive' and 'Responsible Individuals' ensuring that every child is able to 'aspire@AMS'.
It is our aim to ensure that our children become well-motivated, confident learners, capable of achieving the highest possible standards, whilst becoming positive role models. We welcome children aged nine and they leave us aged thirteen with a clear sense of purpose and an enthusiasm for their future learning.
Children experience a rich curriculum taught by subject specialist teachers and enjoy a wide range of extracurricular clubs and opportunities throughout their time with us.
We take pride in maintaining positive relationships with parents and the wider school community and value the role the whole school community plays in maintaining high expectations for our children.
We will offer you:
Enthusiastic, hardworking and well behaved children;
A supportive staff body;
Excellent Middle School facilities;
A welcoming environment where creativity is encouraged;
A school where our core values support our desire to become a Rights Respecting School.
Arranging a visit to Allenbourn Middle School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@allenbournmiddle.org.
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