An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PE ECT to join a high-performing and inclusive secondary school in Leeds. This is a full-time position starting in January 2026, offering an excellent induction programme, tailored mentoring, and professional development designed to help Early Career Teachers thrive. • PE ECT required to work full-time • Good mixed secondary school in Leeds • Join a successful and supportive PE department with a structured ECT induction programme The successful candidate will teach Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to contribute to GCSE PE and BTEC Sport courses at Key Stage 4, and potentially to the Sixth Form Sports Science curriculum. You will be involved in delivering both practical and theoretical lessons while playing an active role in the school’s vibrant extracurricular sports programme. Department Information The PE department is dynamic, well-resourced, and central to school life. It comprises a team of passionate teachers committed to promoting health, fitness, and participation for all students. The department runs an extensive extracurricular calendar that includes football, athletics, rugby, basketball, and netball, alongside opportunities for students to participate in county and national competitions. Students consistently achieve strong outcomes in GCSE and BTEC Sport, and the department is known for its inclusive ethos and commitment to developing both elite athletes and those discovering sport for the first time. Staff benefit from access to excellent facilities, including a modern sports hall, fitness suite, outdoor pitches, and athletics track, as well as regular departmental CPD and professional collaboration. Experience and Qualifications • PE ECT (PGCE or equivalent completed) • Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Physical Education and Sport • Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective teaching practice • Passion for promoting student wellbeing and active lifestyles • Legal right to work in the UK School Information This 11–18 mixed secondary school in Leeds is rated Good by Ofsted and enjoys an excellent reputation for academic success, pastoral care, and extracurricular provision. With around 1,200 students on roll and a large, thriving Sixth Form, the school combines high academic standards with a strong focus on student development and wellbeing. The school offers an exceptional ECT induction programme, including weekly mentor sessions, peer observation opportunities, and a range of CPD workshops tailored to support new teachers. Staff wellbeing and professional growth are at the heart of the school’s ethos, creating an environment where teachers feel valued and supported. Salary Paid to scale on MPS. Application To be considered for this PE ECT position, please forward your updated CV at the earliest opportunity.