Teacher of Physical Education (PE)

Kingsway Park High School, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4XA

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  18 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS

Teacher of Physical Education (PE) job summary

We are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and committed Teachers of PE to join our successful and ambitious PE department from September 2026.

There are two opportunities available:

• One permanent, full-time Teacher of PE position
• One full-time Teacher of PE maternity cover position

The successful candidates will teach Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4 and will contribute to the continued development of an engaging and inclusive curriculum. Students also have the opportunity to study OCR Cambridge National Sport Science at Key Stage 4, and the successful candidates will support the delivery of this provision.

We are looking for teachers who are passionate about promoting participation, achievement and healthy lifestyles, whilst ensuring all students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential. The successful candidates will be committed to high-quality teaching and learning, maintaining high expectations and fostering positive relationships that enable students to thrive.

The PE department benefits from excellent facilities, a supportive team culture and a strong focus on student engagement. While the primary focus of the role is delivering high-quality teaching and learning, there will also be opportunities to contribute to the wider life of the school and support activities beyond the classroom.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative department that values professional development, innovation and continuous improvement. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher, we would welcome your application.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or is working towards qualification as an Early Career Teacher.
• Has a passion for Physical Education and promoting positive participation in sport and physical activity.
• Can deliver engaging, challenging and inclusive lessons that inspire students to succeed.
• Has high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attendance.
• Is committed to supporting the academic and personal development of every student.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to departmental and whole-school improvement.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and educational excellence.

Why Join Us?

At Kingsway Park High School, you will join a supportive and forward-thinking school committed to developing both students and staff. As part of Altus Education Partnership, you will benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, a collaborative culture and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme and our Employee Benefits Programme.

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

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 will not be accepted for this application.

About Kingsway Park High School

• School type: Academies, None, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1320 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kingsway Park High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kingsway-park-high-school

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