Job Description: Are you a passionate and enthusiastic newly qualified PE Teacher ready to kickstart your career? A vibrant secondary school in Durham is seeking a full-time Female PE Teacher (ECT) to join their energetic and inclusive PE department from January 2026. Location: Durham Start Date: January 2026 Salary: Paid in line with MPS – ECT scale About the School: This mixed comprehensive school is well-established within its community and has recently undergone significant refurbishment, including a new sports hall and gym. The PE department is dynamic and collaborative, with a strong track record of supporting ECTs through weekly mentoring, observation, and professional development. The school values work-life balance and promotes excellent student behaviour and participation in PE. Why This Role is Ideal for You: Teach girls’ PE across KS3 and KS4 Join a supportive PE team with access to excellent facilities for both indoor and outdoor sports Get involved in extra-curricular activities such as sports clubs, fixtures, and dance Your Role: Deliver engaging PE lessons covering games, fitness, and theory Encourage student participation and promote teamwork and wellbeing Participate in department planning, CPD, and extra-curricular provision Benefit from dedicated mentoring and observation time The Ideal Candidate Will: Hold a PGCE with PE specialism and QTS Have strong subject knowledge across PE curriculum areas Be enthusiastic about encouraging participation and leading enrichment activities Have the legal right to work in the UK How to Apply: If you’re ready to launch your teaching career in a supportive and inspiring environment, please send your CV along with a short statement of your teaching goals and interests to apply for this exciting PE ECT role in Durham.