Lead from the Front
Are you passionate about sport, teamwork, and inspiring young people to push their limits? Do you thrive on creating an environment where confidence grows, resilience strengthens, and every student feels part of the team?
A dynamic secondary school in Sunderland is seeking an enthusiastic and driven PE Teacher to join their committed staff team. This is your opportunity to energise students, promote healthy lifestyles, and make a lasting impact both on and off the field.
The Role
As a PE Teacher, you will:
* Deliver engaging Physical Education lessons across KS3 and KS4.
* Encourage participation, teamwork, and sportsmanship in every session.
* Support students in developing physical skills, tactical awareness, and self-belief.
* Contribute to extracurricular clubs, fixtures, and wider school sport.
* Promote wellbeing, fitness, and positive habits that last beyond the classroom.
You’ll be joining a school that recognises the importance of physical education in building discipline, leadership, and resilience.
What We’re Looking For
We’re searching for a teacher who:
* Holds QTS (or equivalent) and has experience teaching PE at secondary level.
* Brings energy, organisation, and strong behaviour management to practical settings.
* Has high expectations for effort, respect, and achievement.
* Is committed to inclusive sport, ensuring every student feels valued and motivated.
Whether your strengths lie in team sports, athletics, or fitness-based activities, your passion will make the difference.
Why Choose Protocol Education?
At Protocol Education, we know great teachers deserve strong support. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
* Weekly PAYE pay for transparency and reliability.
* Flexible opportunities, from long-term placements to short-term roles.
* A dedicated consultant with in-depth knowledge of local Gateshead schools.
* Referral bonuses for recommending other talented professionals.
Invest in Your Development
We’re committed to helping you grow. You’ll have access to free CPD courses to enhance your subject knowledge, classroom strategies, and SEND/EAL expertise. Plus, our Thrive training provides practical tools to support student wellbeing and build positive, resilient learning environments because strong relationships are just as important as strong performance.
If you’re ready to motivate, challenge, and champion young people to achieve their personal best, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your PE teaching career with Protocol Education.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
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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