Abbotsholme School
Derbyshire
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
05 January 2026
Apply by:
24 October 2025
Job overview
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PE Teacher to join our vibrant team, at Abbotsholme School. We seek a truly inspiring and energetic individual with passion for their subject and the desire to share their knowledge with all. Abbotsholme is a co-educational, boarding and day school, with pupils aged from 2 to 20, set in a large, beautiful estate on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border. We are committed to a holistic philosophy of education, striving to nurture and develop pupils' strengths and abilities through excellence in academic studies, superb pastoral care and a unique and broad-ranging extra-curricular programme. With a thorough knowledge of the present curriculum, a strong track record in achieving excellent exam results and the ability to produce the best possible lessons that will inspire and challenge every pupil. The post holder will assist in the design of an engaging and challenging curriculum that inspires children to appreciate the subject and its application. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to work in one of the most unique schools in the country.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Physical Education (PE) Teacher to inspire students to lead active, healthy lifestyles. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging lessons that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and personal development, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all learners.
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver PE lessons aligned with the national curriculum and school objectives.
Teach a variety of sports and physical activities, including football, tennis, hockey and cricket
Promote health and well-being, educating students on fitness, nutrition, and personal hygiene.
Assess student progress through observation, practical performance, and written evaluations.
Organize extracurricular activities, such as sports clubs, inter-school competitions, and field days.
Ensure student safety by maintaining equipment, enforcing rules, and managing risk during physical activities.
Collaborate with colleagues to support cross-curricular learning and whole-school initiatives.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, and incidents.
Provide pastoral support and encourage positive behavior and sportsmanship.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or a related field (PGCE or QTS required in the UK).
Strong knowledge of physical education pedagogy and child development.
First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Working Hours & Conditions
Full-time, term-time position.
May include after-school clubs, weekend tournaments, and school trips.
Indoor and outdoor teaching environments, with physical demands.
Desirable Attributes
Experience coaching or competing in sports.
Ability to integrate technology into PE instruction.
Enthusiasm for promoting inclusive and adaptive PE programs.
We can offer the successful candidate excellent benefits including a staff discount scheme for school fees, free onsite parking, meals on duty, access to the on-site gym and the opportunity to work in a beautiful rural estate
For an application form, please contact Susan Riley at
Closing date: 4.00p.m. 24/10/2025Application deadline – We reserve the right to appoint if the right candidate is found therefore early applications are encouraged. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that unfortunately, on this occasion, your application has not been successful.
Safeguarding
Abbotsholme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.
GDPR
Personal data notice According to GDPR guidelines, we are only able to process your Sensitive Personal Data (racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data, health, sex life, or sexual orientation) with your express consent. You will be asked to complete a consent form when you apply and please do not include any Sensitive Personal Data (although this can be included in your covering letter if you wish to do so), remembering also not to include contact details for referees without their prior consent. Child Protection statement We recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. We endeavor to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We will be alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in this policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (2013 and It is not, therefore, in any way contrary to the Act to reveal any information concerning convictions which would otherwise be considered as "spent" in relation to the applicant's suitability for employment. Any such information will be kept in strict confidence and only used in consideration of the suitability of the applicant for such a position where such an exemption is appropriate. If you are shortlisted for the role, you are therefore required to declare all convictions, cautions or bind-overs you may have, or have had in the past, even if they would otherwise be regarded as "spent" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
'Equal opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension, Discounted or free food, Employee discount, Free parking, On-site gym, On-site parking.
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About Abbotsholme School
Abbotsholme School
Rocester, Uttoxeter
Staffordshire
ST14 5BS
United Kingdom
Abbotsholme School Vision
It is our firm belief that a good education is an essential preparation for the whole of life. An education at Abbotsholme provides not only the starting blocks but also the first few metres of life's track.
Abbotsholme seeks to identify and develop the diversity of talent in each child. Our holistic approach to education ensures that we know the children well, enabling us to set individual targets to help them to achieve higher standards than they might have thought possible. We want all of our children not only to succeed – whatever their individual talents or abilities may be – but also to feel successful. We offer them challenges which will build strength and test courage, we provide them with a programme of cultural enrichment to widen their perspectives, we show them how to nurture and care for the environment and we teach them the importance of taking responsibility both for themselves and for others.
Although we are committed to helping all Abbotsholmians fulfil their academic potential, the measure of our success cannot be judged by scholarly achievements alone. Indeed, it is their development as people that must be seen as the ultimate test. In years to come, we would wish to know that they were happy with themselves and with their lives; we also would want them to be successful in their personal and professional endeavours whilst remaining sensitive to the needs of others.
All Abbotsholmians benefit from our ethos which teaches them to value honesty and integrity highly; it encourages, too, a sense of self-worth and of pride in their own achievements, whilst, in equal measure, celebrating the success of others.
Furthermore, it is our belief that whilst learning should be challenging, it should also be both stimulating and enjoyable. Abbotsholme provides a rich and rounded experience through its strong academic curriculum, its beautiful surroundings, its happy and supportive boarding environment, its working farm, its extensive range of sporting, artistic and outdoor activities, and through the wealth of opportunities provided by the Round Square organisation both at home and abroad.
Balance is the essence of our educational philosophy, where academic, personal and social development are given equal standing. Equipped with their Abbotsholme experiences, we believe that our young people will flourish, and we are proud that Abbotsholmians leave us as responsible and socially aware young men and women who are able to face an increasingly demanding world with confidence and with a zest for life.
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