Key Skills

Job Description

Are you an enthusiastic and inspiring PE teacher who is passionate about promoting sport, physical wellbeing and academic excellence? Do you have the energy and determination to motivate young people to achieve their full potential both in the classroom and through extra-curricular activities? We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of PE ( ECT Welcome ) to join our successful and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented teacher, whether early in your career or an experienced practitioner, to make a significant contribution to a thriving and ambitious school community. Full time but part time is available by discussion. Key Responsibilities As our Teacher of PE, you will: Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, high-quality PE lessons that inspire students and promote excellent progress and achievement. Maintain high standards of behaviour for learning and create a safe, purposeful and inclusive learning environment. Monitor and assess student progress, using assessment information to inform teaching and provide effective feedback. Motivate and challenge students of all abilities, including disadvantaged students, those with SEND and the most able. Contribute to the delivery and development of an ambitious PE curriculum. Lead and support a range of extra-curricular activities, sports clubs, fixtures and enrichment opportunities. Act as a form tutor, supporting students' academic progress, personal development and wellbeing. Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to ensure the best outcomes for students. Uphold all school and Trust policies, including safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety, assessment and reporting requirements. Participate fully in the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities, educational visits, parents' evenings and school events. -Be able, or willing to upskill, to drive a minibus is a must b The Ideal Candidate We Are Looking For a Professional Who Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is working towards achieving it. ( ECT Welcome ) Has the ability to teach PE across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the capacity to teach Key Stage 5 being desirable. Is passionate about sport, physical activity and promoting healthy lifestyles among young people. Has strong subject knowledge and a commitment to delivering excellent teaching and learning. Has high expectations of achievement, attendance and behaviour for all students. Can inspire, motivate and engage students of varying abilities and backgrounds. Demonstrates excellent classroom management and communication skills. Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every student can succeed. Has the enthusiasm to contribute to an extensive extra-curricular sports programme. Works effectively as part of a team and is keen to contribute to the continued success of the department and wider school. Shares the values of Maiden Erlegh Trust, including a commitment to safeguarding, equality and excellence for all. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative PE department. Well-motivated students who enjoy sport and physical activity. Excellent professional development opportunities across Maiden Erlegh Trust. A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression. The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people both inside and outside the classroom. About Maiden Erlegh Trust Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5,000 students across eleven schools, including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise. We Aim High, Be Inclusive and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all through collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement. Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference, a day that brings colleagues together to share best practice and learn from one another. Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise, playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people. Further information about working with us, and insight from colleagues across the Trust, can be found here on our website. Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge (MEC) Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge is committed to ensuring students achieve their full potential and flourish in a school where expectations of both staff and students are high. We offer a rich and varied curriculum alongside an extensive range of extra-curricular activities. The school benefits from a smaller community feel, a semi-rural location in Sonning Common and strong professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is prioritised, supported by an active Wellbeing Group dedicated to supporting colleagues. Benefits Of Working With Maiden Erlegh Trust Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including: Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service ME Day - One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible) Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes Mental Health First Aid Support Recognition and Community - Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET Employee Referral Scheme Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day. Additional Information If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact [email protected] for an informal discussion. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time. Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Core Responsibilities

Plan and deliver high-quality PE lessons, assess student progress, maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment, and contribute to curriculum development. Support students as a form tutor, lead extracurricular sports activities, collaborate with families and colleagues, and participate in the wider life of the school.

Requirements

Applicants should hold Qualified Teacher Status or be working towards it, and be able to teach PE across Key Stages 3 and 4; Key Stage 5 teaching ability is desirable. The ideal candidate has strong subject knowledge, effective classroom management and communication skills, a commitment to inclusion and safeguarding, and the ability or willingness to learn to drive a minibus.

Benefits

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave
• Additional Personal Leave Day
• Professional Development
• Apprenticeship Opportunities
• Flexible Working Arrangements for Eligible Roles
• Employee Discounts
• Wellbeing Resources
• Free Flu Vaccinations
• Free Eye Tests
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aid Support
• Employee Recognition Programme
• Employee Referral Scheme