Grade: Mainscale pay 1 Upper pay range 3 Contract Type: Fixed term 31/08/2026 Hours: Full time Working Pattern: Full time Actual Salary: 31,650 - 40.084 Interview Date: Thursday 22 nd May 2025 1 x Teacher of Girls PE Fixed Term contract to start 1 st September 2025 (for up to 12 months) Main Scale M1 to Upper Pay Scale UPS3 ( 31,650 to 49,084) Are you, or do you have the potential to be, an exceptional Teacher of PE, looking to play a key role in one of the strongest performing schools in the Rochdale Borough? Holy Family RC & CE College is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Teacher of PE who is passionate about education and who has a flair for working with young people, who will drive the PE department on to its next stage of development as a high performing faculty. This position is ideally suited to an ECT seeking a nurturing and ambitious school community. Holy Family RC and CE College is a Dual Faith Christian 11-16 school located in Heywood, Rochdale. The College was judged as Good by OFSTED in January 2022 and Outstanding by both Salford and Manchester Diocese in June 2023. The College is committed to becoming Outstanding in all areas, and is rapidly driving improvement across the school. This post would be suitable for teachers who would welcome the chance to become part of our exciting journey. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Keen, committed students who are positive and active learners in a College that has a strong, Christian Ethos. Excellent professional development and guidance we welcome applications from ECT s and all those who believe they have the skills to become an exceptional teacher. A very successful and over-subscribed school which is growing Excellent facilities in new and refurbished buildings, supported by the latest resources to support learning; Supportive and focused Senior Leaders with a passion to develop talented staff into the Middle and Senior Leaders of tomorrow. The chance to be part of a school that has a can and will do attitude, and the chance to be part of an exceptional department. WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: A teacher with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range; Highly motivated and a belief that we can change the life chances of young people for the better; A well-qualified, industrious and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help students to develop the skills and attitudes they will need for their futures; The talent, interpersonal skills and range of teaching skills necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team, with a smile; A can do attitude that permeates your approach to the job, and a commitment to being the best you can be. To support the Christian ethos of our school. Please note: This requirement for a female PE Teacher is in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, which permits sex as a Genuine Occupational Requirement for this role. The need for a female PE teacher is due to the responsibilities associated with the management and supervision of the female changing rooms. Holy Family College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The school operates a Safer Recruitment policy. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post. Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024. Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council. To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to recruitment @hfch.co.uk Closing date: Sunday 18 th May 2025 @ 11:59 Shortlisting date: Monday 19 th May 2025 Interview date: Thursday 22 nd May 2025 (times to be confirmed)