Teacher of PE
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0QA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7c5267ea-ea76-44d6-b70c-573a265124cb |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
PE Teacher VACANCY
Salary:M1 - UPS3
Start Date:April 2026
Contract:Full time, fixed for 1 Year.
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher:Mrs C. Lennox
St. Wilfrid's R.C. College
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Physical Education to join our Catholic secondary school for a fixed‑term period of one year to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality PE lessons across KS3 and KS4 and support the provision for girls’ groups, including supervision and pastoral responsibilities in line with curriculum needs.
As part of our welcoming Catholic community, you will contribute to a culture that nurtures students academically, personally, and spiritually. We welcome applications from teachers of all faiths who are supportive of the school’s ethos and committed to promoting active, healthy lifestyles.
If you are energetic, organised, and passionate about inspiring young people through sport and physical activity, we would be delighted to hear from you.
St.Wilfrid's is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures.Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email torecruitment@st-wilfrids.orgby09.00amonFriday27thFebruary.ApplicationsarerequiredandCV’s will not be accepted.For enquiries regarding this role, please contactusatadmin@st-wilfrids.org.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 10thMarch.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks.An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
What the school offers its staff
Free onsite parkingPublic transport links
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
PE Teacher VACANCY
Salary:M1 - UPS3
Start Date:April 2026
Contract:Full time, fixed for 1 Year.
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher:Mrs C. Lennox
St. Wilfrid's R.C. College
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Physical Education to join our Catholic secondary school for a fixed‑term period of one year to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality PE lessons across KS3 and KS4 and support the provision for girls’ groups, including supervision and pastoral responsibilities in line with curriculum needs.
As part of our welcoming Catholic community, you will contribute to a culture that nurtures students academically, personally, and spiritually. We welcome applications from teachers of all faiths who are supportive of the school’s ethos and committed to promoting active, healthy lifestyles.
If you are energetic, organised, and passionate about inspiring young people through sport and physical activity, we would be delighted to hear from you.
St.Wilfrid's is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures.Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email torecruitment@st-wilfrids.orgby09.00amonFriday27thFebruary.ApplicationsarerequiredandCV’s will not be accepted.For enquiries regarding this role, please contactusatadmin@st-wilfrids.org.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 10thMarch.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks.An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
What the school offers its staff
Free onsite parkingPublic transport links
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.