Overview
Teacher of PE (Girls) with Deputy Head of Faculty Responsibility – full-time, permanent role with start January 2026.
About the School
Akeley Wood School is a dynamic and friendly place to work with opportunities for professional development. We educate around 700 children across three campuses and have a progressive approach to teaching and learning. We strive for a holistic education at Akeley Wood and achieve this through the supportive environment and diverse breadth of learning and development within our School. We look to recruit high calibre staff committed to achieving the highest standards and to actively take part in the school life.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teacher of Girls’ Sports to join our fantastic team; this role also has the additional responsibility of Deputy Head of Faculty.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 20 countries — in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East — serving more than 95,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, “Thrive in a rapidly evolving world”. We nurture students academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices, and they get to be part of something bigger. We open classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 20 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s world class. It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of PE to join our team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality PE and games lessons across Years 7 to 13, contribute to an active and thriving co-curricular programme, and help lead school sports teams. You’ll also have the opportunity to teach GCSE and A Level PE, and play a key role in inspiring students through sport. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, leading after-school training sessions, and supporting fixtures throughout the school year. Your input at department meetings and commitment to assessment and reporting will help maintain our high standards. This is a full-time, permanent role with a proposed January 2026 start date.
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Who we are looking for
You’re someone who brings energy, resilience, and a passion for developing young people through physical activity. You have a degree, QTS and experience teaching across a range of sports — sport-specific expertise in Netball, Football or Rugby is welcome but not essential. You must be able to deliver both GCSE and A-level PE, with a strong understanding of how to support academic progress alongside physical development. You’re a strong communicator, highly organised, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Above all, you are committed to safeguarding and to supporting students of all abilities to enjoy, achieve, and grow through sport.
If you’re ready to make a positive impact in a supportive and dynamic school, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note that this post is open to female applicants only; the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9 Part 1) applies.
Benefits
* Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
* Membership to the Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS)
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
* Access to My Staff Shop - £1,000’s of savings to be made across the year
* Cycle to Work scheme, operated through My Staff Shop
* 24/7 wellbeing support through Cognita Care First, our Employee Assistance Program
* Free school lunches
* A discount on fees for children at Akeley Wood School
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 7th September 2025.
Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders are included within the Application Guidance. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.
EEO & Safeguarding
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. We safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people; all appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
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