About this role
Key Stage 2/3 PE Teacher
Location - Danesfield Middle School
Role - Key Stage 2/3 PE Teacher
Salary - Teachers’ Main Pay Scale/UPS
Start date - 01 September 2026, or 1 January 2027 for the right candidate
Hours - 1.0 FTE
Contract - Permanent
Closing date - 29 June 2026
Interviews - 02 July 2026
About the Role
Are you passionate about sport, physical activity and inspiring young people to lead healthy, active lives?
Danesfield Middle School is on an exciting journey of rapid improvement, and we are seeking an enthusiastic and committed PE Teacher to join our supportive and forward-thinking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach across both Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 (Years 5–8), working with pupils at a crucial stage in their development.
We are looking for someone who will not only deliver high-quality PE lessons, but also play a key role in developing our extra-curricular sport offer. A willingness to lead clubs, organise fixtures, and promote participation for all pupils is essential.
You will:
• Deliver engaging, inclusive PE lessons across Years 5–8
• Inspire confidence, teamwork and a love of physical activity
• Lead sports clubs and support a broad extra-curricular programme
• Organise and contribute to fixtures and competitive opportunities
• Play an active role in the wider life of the school
We are looking for someone who:
• Holds QTS or an equivalent sports coaching/teaching qualification
• Has strong subject knowledge and a passion for PE and school sport
• Is energetic, organised and keen to get involved beyond the classroom
• Has high expectations for all pupils and values inclusive participation
• Thrives as part of a collaborative team
In return, we offer:
• A welcoming, supportive school community
• A strong focus on CPD and professional development
• The opportunity to shape and grow sport across the school
• A culture that values wellbeing, participation and achievement for all
Come and be part of a school where sport, teamwork and opportunity are central to the pupil experience.
Want to Visit or Discuss the Role?
We warmly welcome visits—you will instantly feel the positive, purposeful atmosphere as our students show you our school. Please contact us to arrange a tour or an informal conversation about the post. We look forward to meeting you and exploring how you could become part of our team.