Exceptional QTS Teacher Opportunity: Girls PE Specialist (Maternity Cover)
Are you a passionate, qualified (QTS) Girls PE teacher seeking an opportunity to make a real impact? We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our supportive school community on a fixed:term maternity cover contract.
This is an exciting chance to deliver an engaging curriculum, contribute to a vibrant extra:curricular sports program, and help shape the future success of our female students in sport and health.
x1F4C5; The Role: QTS Girls PE Teacher (Maternity Cover)
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Start Date: February 2026
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End Date: November 2026
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Contract: Full:time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
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Location: Surrey
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Subject Specialism: Physical Education (PE) : Experience teaching a wide range of sports and fitness activities is essential.
What Were Looking For:
We need an inspirational teacher committed to high:quality teaching and learning in PE and fostering a positive educational environment, particularly in girls sport.
Key Responsibilities include:
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Teaching and Learning:
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Planning and delivering well:structured, engaging PE lessons across all Key Stages, catering to various abilities and fostering a love for physical activity.
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Demonstrating excellent subject and curriculum knowledge within Physical Education and Sport Science.
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Adapting teaching to meet the diverse needs and strengths of all pupils, promoting participation and skill development.
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Establishing a clear skills and knowledge map to ensure pupil progress in practical performance and theoretical understanding at the end of each Key Stage.
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Ensuring pupils behaviour in lessons supports learning and maintains a focus on physical and academic achievement.
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Curriculum Enrichment (Extra:curricular/Visits):
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Providing a stimulating calendar of subject:related extra:curricular activities (e.g., coaching school teams, running fitness clubs).
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Contributing to the school visits program, including organising and attending fixtures and sports tours.
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Assessment and Communication:
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Setting, marking, and administering internal examinations (e.g., GCSE/A:Level PE theory).
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Producing accurate pupil progress reports and attending parents meetings.
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Liaising effectively with Form Tutors and parents to celebrate achievements and communicate concerns regarding student development in PE.
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Professional Practice and Community:
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Undertaking school duties (lunchtime, break:time, after:school) and participating in the School Activity Program (often involving sports coaching/clubs) on a rota basis.
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Ensure that departmental indoor and outdoor classrooms (gym, fields, changing rooms) are stimulating and safe learning environment.
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Making a positive contribution to the life and supportive ethos of the school community.
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Modelling high standards of behaviour, courtesy, and respect at all times.
Why Join Our Team?
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Work in a school with a kind, caring, and supportive ethos.
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Adopt a collaborative approach to teaching, with opportunities to share best practice within the PE Department.
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Opportunity to coach and manage successful school sports teams.
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Contribute to enriching school events such as Sports Day and Open Days.
Essential Requirements:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
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Relevant degree in Physical Education or Sport Science.
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Proven experience teaching Girls PE across Key Stages.
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A demonstrable passion for sport and a commitment to inspiring young women.
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Strong classroom and practical session management skills.
How :
If you are a motivated and enthusiastic QTS teacher ready for a rewarding fixed:term role as our Girls PE Specialist, we would love to hear from you
Hannah Joyner for an application pack or an informal discus