Teacher of Physical Education – Fixed-Term
The King's School, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1RA13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
20 April 2026
Closing date
2 February 2026 at 9am
Date listed
19 January 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Part-time/Full-time Applications Considered. 195 days per year, full-time (1265 hours directed time) or pro rata.
Contract type
- Fixed term - One Term.
Pay scale
- MPS1-UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
For April 2026, we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher of Physical Education until at least August 2026 (one term). The ability to teach PE to GCSE and A Level is desirable, but not essential. In addition, the successful candidate will have the ability to offer a specialism in activities such as netball, hockey, gymnastics and athletics, to complement the specialist areas covered by the rest of the team and demonstrate a commitment to drive extra-curricular opportunities in physical education and school sport. A D1 category driving licence would also be desirable. Very importantly, we wish to appoint someone who works well in a team, has the ability to motivate students, is flexible, adaptable and can work under pressure without losing their all-important sense of humour.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a very experienced and supportive department with a commitment to deliver Physical Education. We offer a very strong support programme for teachers who are starting their career and working towards ECT status or returning to teaching after a break.
What the school offers its staff
“A mindbogglingly good, state comprehensive. Proving that consistent, well-managed, well-resourced, well-delivered and kind education for all can, and does, make a difference to a community.” (The Good Schools Guide, 2025)
The King's School is an 11-18 comprehensive school, which takes great pride in the promotion of excellence in teaching and learning, pastoral care and extra-curricular activities. Our core purpose of 'Achievement for All' encourages every student to develop their skills, interests and talents, not just through academic achievement but also through a rich variety of enrichment opportunities including house competitions, extra-curricular clubs, trips and visits.
Further information about the job
Please contact Mrs. Pocock at recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk for further details or see our website and apply online. The closing date is 09:00 on Monday 2nd February 2026. It is anticipated that interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 9th February 2026.
Commitment to safeguarding
When applying for the role, it is important that you refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website (About Us – Policy Documents). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of students so all staff are enhanced DBS checked.
Applying for the job
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About The King's School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1108 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The King's School website
- Email address
- recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01404 812982
Academy - Comprehensive 11-18 school
Arranging a visit to The King's School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk.
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