Teacher of Physical Education - leadership opportunities may be available
The Hayling College, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0NU7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
6 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 April 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Full Time or Part Time considered
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range - leadership opportunities may become available
What skills and experience we're looking for
Inspire, Motivate, and Make a Difference at The Hayling College!
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated PE Teacher to join our energetic and high-performing team, delivering outstanding lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. Whether you’re a newly qualified teacher looking for an exciting first step, or an experienced educator ready for a fresh challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Our PE department is one of the most dynamic and successful areas of the college — and we’re proud of it! We believe Physical Education is about far more than just fitness and results; it’s about building confidence, resilience, and curiosity in every learner. We need another committed team member who shares our vision and enthusiasm for helping every student achieve their best.
Why Join Us?
- Exciting Development Projects: We are working in partnership with Sport England and the local community to enhance our sports facilities.
- Opportunity to Shape the Future: You’ll help drive forward our PE curriculum and expand opportunities both within the college and for our wider community.
- A Supportive, Friendly Team: You’ll work alongside colleagues who value compassion, humour, and professional excellence.
- Leadership Opportunities may be available.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
- Brings a genuine passion for PE and a drive to inspire students.
- Has high expectations for themselves and their students.
- Plans and delivers innovative, engaging lessons that motivate all learners.
- Values positive, nurturing relationships while maintaining high standards of health, safety, and behaviour.
- Thrives in a collaborative environment and actively supports our extra-curricular activities.
We are committed to building a team of teachers who live our college ethos of Happy, Healthy, High Performing.
Role and Responsibilities
As a valued member of The Hayling College team, you will:
- Uphold the college’s policies, ethos, and vision.
- Act as a professional role model for students and colleagues.
- Deliver inspiring lessons that challenge, motivate, and foster excellent progress.
- Plan, assess, and report accurately on pupil progress.
- Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Contribute to wider school life, including discipline, extra-curricular sport, and community engagement.
- Stay up to date with educational developments and continually seek ways to enhance your practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a relevant degree.
- Recent and relevant CPD.
Experience:
- Successful experience teaching PE at KS3 and KS4.
- Evidence of student progress and achievement.
- Involvement in extra-curricular activities and wider school initiatives.
Skills and Qualities:
- Inspirational, innovative teaching style.
- Excellent communication and ICT skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
- Creative problem solver with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Values and Motivation:
- Commitment to the principles of Happy, Healthy, and High Performing.
- Passion for education and ambition to support all learners in reaching their full potential.
- Willingness to go beyond the classroom to enrich school life.
What the school offers its staff
In addition to a competitive salary, The Hayling College offers a range of benefits, including healthcare support, a golden ticket, sick pay, a pension, and free membership to our staff benefits scheme.
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.
CVs are not accepted.
About The Hayling College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 565 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Hayling College website
- Email address
- tammy.rigby@hayling.hants.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 02392466241
The Hayling College is a coeducational foundation secondary school located on Hayling Island, Hampshire, serving students aged 11 to 16. The current enrolment stands at approximately 540. The college is led by Headteacher Mr. Martyn Reah.
Situated in a supportive local community, The Hayling College maintains strong connections with nearby primary schools, including Mill Rythe Junior School and Mengham Junior School, facilitating smooth transitions for students. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum.
Beyond academics, the college offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs and trips, to support students' personal development. A well-developed careers curriculum provides pupils with valuable work experience and regular interactions with employers and further education institutions, aiming to raise aspirations and prepare students for future opportunities.
The Hayling College is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Arranging a visit to The Hayling College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tammy.rigby@hayling.hants.sch.uk.
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