PE Teacher
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £40,000.00 per annum depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 February 2026 |
| Location: | Dudley |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 301305FAJ |
Summary
At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!
Position: PE Teacher
Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday
Rota: Monday 8.15am – 4.30pm | Tuesday to Friday 8.15am – 3.45pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: February 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
All candidates must have a full UK Driving Licence
At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed—making now a great time to join #teamOFG.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and passionate PE Teacher to deliver a high-quality physical education provision that supports students’ physical, social, and emotional development. Working in line with company policies and regulatory standards, you will play a key role in creating engaging, inclusive, and safe learning experiences that enable every student to progress and thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality PE lessons for individual students and small groups in line with the school’s curriculum and policies
Monitor, assess, record, and report on student progress and achievement
Promote students’ physical wellbeing, personal development, and positive values in line with school and company expectations
Contribute to the planning and delivery of individualised learning programmes to ensure appropriate progress for each learner
Coordinate the teaching, assessment, recording, and reporting of PE across agreed key stages, working closely with the Headteacher
Devise, implement, and review Individual Education Plans, behaviour plans, and other relevant support plans in collaboration with colleagues
Contribute to the development of the PE department, demonstrating ambition and potential for leadership
Develop and lead the PE department, demonstrating ambition and potential for leadership, and take responsibility for the delivery of the Duke of Edinburgh Award, including the planning and leadership of expeditions
This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, reflective PE professional who is committed to inclusive practice and motivated to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
Qualified: UK QTS or equivalent, with a relevant degree and a full UK Driving Licence
Experienced: Strong understanding of SEMH needs, with experience supporting pupils who may also present with ASC, learning difficulties, and complex needs
Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges
Collaborative: A clear communicator who thrives in a team environment
Creative & Flexible: Able to adapt and innovate to meet individual needs
About Us
The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school within Acorn Education, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. Opened in 2018, our purpose-built school delivers a therapeutic and personalised approach to education, helping pupils re-engage with learning and achieve success in ways that are meaningful to them. By building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations, and removing barriers to learning, we support pupils to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed for their next steps in life.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*4DWW subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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Position: PE Teacher
Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday
Rota: Monday 8.15am – 4.30pm | Tuesday to Friday 8.15am – 3.45pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: February 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
All candidates must have a full UK Driving Licence
At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed—making now a great time to join #teamOFG.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and passionate PE Teacher to deliver a high-quality physical education provision that supports students’ physical, social, and emotional development. Working in line with company policies and regulatory standards, you will play a key role in creating engaging, inclusive, and safe learning experiences that enable every student to progress and thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality PE lessons for individual students and small groups in line with the school’s curriculum and policies
Monitor, assess, record, and report on student progress and achievement
Promote students’ physical wellbeing, personal development, and positive values in line with school and company expectations
Contribute to the planning and delivery of individualised learning programmes to ensure appropriate progress for each learner
Coordinate the teaching, assessment, recording, and reporting of PE across agreed key stages, working closely with the Headteacher
Devise, implement, and review Individual Education Plans, behaviour plans, and other relevant support plans in collaboration with colleagues
Contribute to the development of the PE department, demonstrating ambition and potential for leadership
Develop and lead the PE department, demonstrating ambition and potential for leadership, and take responsibility for the delivery of the Duke of Edinburgh Award, including the planning and leadership of expeditions
This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, reflective PE professional who is committed to inclusive practice and motivated to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
Qualified: UK QTS or equivalent, with a relevant degree and a full UK Driving Licence
Experienced: Strong understanding of SEMH needs, with experience supporting pupils who may also present with ASC, learning difficulties, and complex needs
Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges
Collaborative: A clear communicator who thrives in a team environment
Creative & Flexible: Able to adapt and innovate to meet individual needs
About Us
The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school within Acorn Education, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. Opened in 2018, our purpose-built school delivers a therapeutic and personalised approach to education, helping pupils re-engage with learning and achieve success in ways that are meaningful to them. By building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations, and removing barriers to learning, we support pupils to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed for their next steps in life.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*4DWW subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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