Teacher of Physical Education

Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 7EY

32 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  13 March 2026

• Closing date

  14 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• 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
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London)

Teacher of Physical Education job summary

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form is a thriving, oversubscribed and proudly inclusive community. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Physical Education to join our successful Practical Arts Faculty. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate practitioner—whether experienced or early in their career—to contribute to a high-performing department and inspire students across all key stages.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality PE teaching across KS3–KS5
  
• Inspire students of all abilities to enjoy PE, develop their skills and understand the importance of fitness, health and wellbeing
  
• Contribute to a dynamic and inclusive curriculum that promotes participation, progress and enjoyment
  
• Support a vibrant extra-curricular and enrichment programme, including fixtures, clubs and events
  
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Practical Arts Faculty
  

This is a full-time or 0.8 part-time, permanent post, starting September 2026. The role is suitable for a full-time ECT, and we offer a well-structured and supportive induction programme.

About You

We are looking for a colleague who is:

• An excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge
  
• Passionate about Physical Education and able to communicate that enthusiasm to students
  
• Committed to high expectations, inclusivity and student achievement
  
• Reflective, collaborative and keen to contribute to the wider life of the school
  

A full, clean driving licence and the ability to drive the school minibus are desirable, as this supports attendance at fixtures and events across the Kingston borough. Candidates should hold a valid first aid qualification or be willing to undertake training on appointment.

Why Join Us?

At Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form, you will find:

• A supportive, forward-thinking and values-driven leadership team
  
• Dedicated colleagues who prioritise professional growth and reflective practice
  
• A strong culture of learning, achievement and mutual respect
  
• Opportunities to develop your practice in a nurturing and aspirational environment
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a successful and well-regarded department.

Key Date

Closing date: 9am - 14 April 2026

Accreditations

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form was judged Outstanding by Ofsted in September 2023. Our recent Challenge Partners Quality Assurance Review recognised us as a Leading School, and we proudly hold World Class School Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to providing the very best education for our students.

Safeguarding and Equality

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our due diligence, shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search of publicly available information, with any concerns discussed at interview. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and safeguarding checks.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form reserves the right to close this advert early should suitable candidates apply. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Applications are via Eteach; referees may be contacted prior to interview. Interview is in person and on-site.

Direct applications only. No recruitment agencies.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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 Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1486 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tolworth-girls-school-and-sixth-form

Tolworth Girls’ School and Sixth Form is a large over-subscribed comprehensive school in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, London. We have over 1400 student on roll including almost 300 in our mixed gender Sixth Form. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school and are committed to providing an excellent education to the diverse community we serve.

Aims
To provide a secure, nurturing and inspirational learning environment

To develop confident and happy young people who make a positive contribution to our society

To encourage respect for others, resilience and a love of learning in all students

To engender in our students, the skills needed so that they can shape their own future

Ethos
We believe that every student should have the opportunity to achieve their academic potential and realise their dream

We value every student as an individual with their own spiritual, cultural and individual strengths that enrich our school community

We celebrate the achievements of all, encouraging our students to flourish and to value each other

‘Let your light so shine - Be the best you can be’

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