PE Teacher – September Start
Dorchester, Dorset
Start Date: September 2026
Full-time | Permanent / Long-term
Are you an energetic and dedicated Physical Education Teacher looking for a new opportunity this September? A highly respected secondary school in Dorchester is seeking to welcome a passionate PE specialist to their team, inspiring students to embrace sport and lead healthy, active lifestyles.
The Role
* Deliver engaging and high-quality PE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 experience is desirable)
* Teach a broad range of sports and physical activities
* Promote teamwork, resilience, and a positive attitude towards fitness and wellbeing
* Support and contribute to extracurricular clubs, fixtures, and school teams
* Encourage and motivate students of all abilities to achieve their full potential
The Ideal Candidate
* Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification
* Has experience teaching PE in a secondary school setting
* Demonstrates strong classroom management and organisational skills
* Is passionate about sport, education, and student development
* Can inspire and engage learners in physical education
* Is eager to play an active role in the wider school community
What’s on Offer
* A supportive and collaborative PE department
* Excellent facilities and resources
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
* A welcoming and inclusive school environment
* Competitive salary in line with MPS/UPS
Location
Based in Dorchester, this role offers the perfect combination of historic charm, a friendly community atmosphere, and easy access to the beautiful Dorset countryside and coastline.
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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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