Physical Education Teacher – Leeds
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: Pay to scale
Contract: Full-time | Contract
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Inspire. Motivate. Move.
If you believe PE is about more than laps and league tables — if it’s about teamwork, confidence, and the kind of lessons pupils remember long after they’ve left school — this could be your next big move.
We’re looking for an outstanding Physical Education Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in Leeds. The school has a fantastic reputation for nurturing both pupils and staff, with a strong focus on wellbeing, achievement, and inclusive participation. Whether you’re an experienced PE specialist or an ECT ready to hit the ground running, this is a role where passion meets purpose.
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What the role involves
* Delivering engaging and inclusive PE lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 an advantage)
* Inspiring students to find their love of sport — from athletics and football to dance and fitness
* Promoting physical health, confidence, and teamwork through creative teaching
* Supporting extracurricular clubs, fixtures, and school sports events
* Working as part of a collaborative, supportive department that celebrates every win — big or small
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What the school offers
* Modern facilities including indoor sports hall, pitches, and fitness suite
* A well-organised department that values creativity and initiative
* Supportive leadership that truly invests in staff development
* Pupils who thrive on encouragement and respond to energetic teaching
* A strong sense of community and pride in every aspect of school life
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What you’ll need
* UK QTS or equivalent teaching qualification in Physical Education
* Experience teaching PE in a secondary setting
* A positive, motivating teaching style and strong classroom presence
* Enthusiasm for supporting all pupils, not just the sporty ones!
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Why join Protocol Education?
We’re here to help great teachers find schools that fit. When you join us, you get:
* Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies or hidden fees
* Free access to our online CPD Academy and Thrive training
* Dedicated consultant support from people who understand schools
* Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
* A fast, friendly registration process so you can get started quickly
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“The best PE lessons are the ones where every student feels like they’ve achieved something — whether that’s scoring a goal or just finding the courage to try.”
If that sounds like your kind of teaching, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today: Send your CVs to Aniket.mistryprotocol-education OR call me on 0113 541 7185.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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