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Girls PE Teacher

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Posting date: 14 November 2025
Salary: £168.18 to £269.18 per day
Additional salary information: PAYE, Referral Bonus
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 December 2025
Location: Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1AA
Company: Randstad Education
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: CRA-1411-PETF_1763131633

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Summary

Exceptional QTS Teacher Opportunity: Girls' PE Specialist (Maternity Cover)

Are you a passionate, qualified (QTS) Girls' PE teacher seeking an opportunity to make a real impact? We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our supportive school community on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.

This is an exciting chance to deliver an engaging curriculum, contribute to a vibrant extra-curricular sports program, and help shape the future success of our female students in sport and health.

The Role: QTS Girls' PE Teacher (Maternity Cover)

  • Start Date: February 2026

  • End Date: November 2026

  • Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

  • Location: Surrey

  • Subject Specialism: Physical Education (PE) - Experience teaching a wide range of sports and fitness activities is essential.

What We're Looking For:

We need an inspirational teacher committed to high-quality teaching and learning in PE and fostering a positive educational environment, particularly in girls' sport.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Teaching & Learning:

    • Planning and delivering well-structured, engaging PE lessons across all Key Stages, catering to various abilities and fostering a love for physical activity.

    • Demonstrating excellent subject and curriculum knowledge within Physical Education and Sport Science.

    • Adapting teaching to meet the diverse needs and strengths of all pupils, promoting participation and skill development.

    • Establishing a clear skills and knowledge map to ensure pupil progress in practical performance and theoretical understanding at the end of each Key Stage.

    • Ensuring pupils' behaviour in lessons supports learning and maintains a focus on physical and academic achievement.

  • Curriculum Enrichment (Extra-curricular/Visits):

    • Providing a stimulating calendar of subject-related extra-curricular activities (e.g., coaching school teams, running fitness clubs).

    • Contributing to the school visits program, including organising and attending fixtures and sports tours.

  • Assessment & Communication:

    • Setting, marking, and administering internal examinations (e.g., GCSE/A-Level PE theory).

    • Producing accurate pupil progress reports and attending parents' meetings.

    • Liaising effectively with Form Tutors and parents to celebrate achievements and communicate concerns regarding student development in PE.

  • Professional Practice & Community:

    • Undertaking school duties (lunchtime, break-time, after-school) and participating in the School Activity Program (often involving sports coaching/clubs) on a rota basis.

    • Ensure that departmental indoor & outdoor classrooms (gym, fields, changing rooms) are stimulating and safe learning environment.

    • Making a positive contribution to the life and supportive ethos of the school community.

    • Modelling high standards of behaviour, courtesy, and respect at all times.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Work in a school with a kind, caring, and supportive ethos.

  • Adopt a collaborative approach to teaching, with opportunities to share best practice within the PE Department.

  • Opportunity to coach and manage successful school sports teams.

  • Contribute to enriching school events such as Sports Day and Open Days.

Essential Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

  • Relevant degree in Physical Education or Sport Science.

  • Proven experience teaching Girls' PE across Key Stages.

  • A demonstrable passion for sport and a commitment to inspiring young women.

  • Strong classroom and practical session management skills.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic QTS teacher ready for a rewarding fixed-term role as our Girls' PE Specialist, we would love to hear from you!

Please contact Hannah Joyner for an application pack or an informal discussion:

  • Email: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk

  • Phone: 01293 527416

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