Teacher of female pe (maternity cover)

Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 02/07/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: w/c 6 July 2026

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teacher of Female PE to join our dynamic and well‑resourced PE department from September 2026, for a one‑year fixed term maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, high‑achieving school with excellent facilities and a thriving student body.

Main responsibilities

• To teach Physical Education across the ability range
• To contribute towards the extra‑curricular activities offered by the PE department
• To plan and develop high quality lessons and courses

A willingness or ability to teach Health and Social Care is also desirable.

State of the art facilities include

• Modern gym and fitness suite
• Multi‑purpose sports hall
• Swimming pool
• Staff sporting clubs, including: 5‑a‑side football, pickleball, tennis and badminton

Information about the School

CARING ABOUT SUCCESS

Our School offers

• Proven standards of academic excellence
• Outstanding educational resources
• A commitment to student care and discipline
• A vibrant and successful Sixth Form
• Enrichment through an extensive and diverse extra‑curricular programme

We expect from all our students

• A commitment to hard work and success
• Self‑reliance and a sense of responsibility
• Respect and tolerance for others

The most important resource in any school is its staff. The success of The Billericay School is largely due to our committed, experienced and enthusiastic staff. Our concentration on teaching and learning produces excellent exam results and an orderly atmosphere. The school is committed to high standards in the professional development of its staff and we aim to develop all our employees professionally to improve educational standards, maintain high morale and assist in recruitment and retention.

All offers of employment are subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, and where applicable a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

About the Trust

We are a small Multi Academy Trust based in the South‑East of Essex and currently manage four local secondary schools. Each school within our Trust is a place where we believe in the power of education to transform lives.

Our philosophy is centred around the belief that schools can achieve better educational outcomes for students by working together as a collective entity. The Compass Trust is founded on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, with the aim of providing a supportive and nurturing environment that enables schools to flourish and students to succeed.

Additional Benefits

• Employer Pension Contribution
• Access to the "Cycle to Work" scheme
• Eye test vouchers in partnership with Specsavers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (includes confidential counselling and online discounts)
• Virtual GP Access – including minors 16 and under
• Annual onsite flu vaccination programme
• Free tea and coffee provided daily and cake on Fridays
• Discounted Tastecard subscription

We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and to experience our school at first hand. If you would like to do this, please contact Miss D Ancient, PA to the Headteacher, on 01277 655191 or via email to dancient@billericayschool.com

We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in our school and we look forward to hearing from you. More information can be found on our school website: www.billericayschool.com