PE Teacher - Maternity Cover Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire School: The Ferrers School Contract Type: Full-time, Maternity Cover Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner if available) Pay: MPS/UPS (depending on experience) Are you an inspiring and dedicated PE Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school? Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with The Ferrers School in Wellingborough to recruit an enthusiastic PE Teacher to join their team for a maternity cover position starting in January 2026. About the Role You will be joining a collaborative and high-achieving PE department that promotes health, fitness, teamwork, and wellbeing across the school. The role will involve teaching Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging and inclusive lessons, and contributing to a wide range of extracurricular sporting activities. Your responsibilities will include: Planning and delivering high-quality PE lessons in line with the national curriculum Inspiring students to participate and excel in physical education Promoting positive attitudes towards health, fitness, and teamwork Supporting extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures, and events Contributing to the school's ethos of excellence, inclusion, and personal growth About You We're looking for a teacher who is: A qualified PE specialist with QTS (ECTs are also welcome to apply) Passionate about motivating young people through sport and physical activity Skilled in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons to suit all abilities A strong team player who contributes positively to department life Committed to maintaining high standards of behaviour and achievement Why Join The Ferrers School? A welcoming, supportive community with a strong focus on professional development Excellent facilities, including modern sports halls and outdoor spaces A commitment to wellbeing and enrichment for both staff and students Why Work with Tradewind? Competitive rates of pay and weekly pay Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College Opportunity to work with outstanding schools across Northamptonshire If you're ready to bring your passion for sport and education to a school that values energy, teamwork, and creativity, we'd love to hear from you