Overview
We are looking for a passionate and inspirational Teacher of Girls’ PE to join our team to cover a period of maternity leave on a part time basis. You will be part of a highly committed team of professionals who are passionate about raising standards and who are determined to further develop the teaching of PE and learning outcomes for all students. You will be required to teach across the age and ability range and be expected to contribute to after school extra-curricular activities and fixtures where necessary.
What the school offers its staff
Alder Community High School is a popular, oversubscribed, local authority-maintained school situated in Gee Cross, Hyde to the east of Manchester and is close to the borders with Stockport and the Peak District. We offer excellent facilities, a friendly and supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.
We are a community, and we want all students to thrive in a happy, safe, supportive, yet challenging learning environment. Our vision is to be outstanding in all we do. This includes students pursuing academic success and developing a set of skills which will prepare them for life beyond school. We have an ambitious academic curriculum for all students with hard work expected as standard.
Being part of the Alder team
* The opportunity to work with honest, aspirational students brimming with potential.
* High levels of support and challenge to maximise performance.
* An extensive package of CPD.
* Comprehensive support for ECTs, including mentoring and additional CPD.
* A stimulating and friendly working environment.
* Access to a wide range of wellbeing services through the School Wellbeing Service app.
* A staff laptop and your own teaching room.
* Staff access to fitness suite before and after school.
* No expectation to remain on site outside of directed time.
* Streamlined communications to reduce the use of email.
* Breakfast and lunch provided on INSET days.
* Supportive Managing Attendance policy and approach to planned absences.
* The use of Class Charts and Provision Map to support and reduce teacher workload.
Further details about the role
If you share our values, have the vision and drive for excellence and want to be part of an enthusiastic, dedicated and well-resourced team, committed to ensuring that students fulfil their potential, then we look forward to hearing from you.
How to get in touch
Get in touch to arrange a visit. For an informal chat about the post or to visit the school please contact recruitment@alderchs.uk or 0161 368 5132 to arrange a convenient time.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to everything we do. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced status checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an inclusive school and promote equal opportunities.
Role specifics and eligibility
This position is to cover a period of maternity leave on a part time basis for up to one year, starting in March 2026. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Application
Applications should be submitted via TES by 9am on Monday 26th January 2026.
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) checks, medical, online and social media checks, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, and 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.
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