PE Teacher
PE Teacher
September 2025
Ignite a passion for sport: join our dynamic PE team at Wildern Secondary School
Are you ready to inspire the next generation of athletes and active individuals? Wildern Secondary School, a vibrant and "Good" rated (Ofsted 2024) school nestled in the heart of Hedge End, Southampton, is searching for a dynamic and creative PE Teacher to join our exceptional team this September 2025.This is a fantastic opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to make a real difference. Wildern is part of the RAISE Education Trust, where each school within the trust follows their own bespoke, resourced and skilfully planned curriculum.
Your Role
As a PE Teacher at Wildern Secondary School, you’ll inspire students across Key Stage 3 and 4, helping them unlock their potential in sports and physical education, fostering resilience, and igniting a lifelong love for movement and healthy lifestyles.You’ll contribute to a strong department, with an innovative curriculum that nurtures both academic achievement and a passion for physical activity.
Why choose Wildern?
At Wildern, we're more than just a school – we're a community. As part of the RAISE Education Trust, we foster a supportive and collaborative environment where every member of our team is valued. We're proud of our students' achievements and the broad range of experiences we offer to enrich their learning.Our recent Ofsted report highlights our commitment to providing a well-rounded education, emphasising both academic excellence and character development.
- "Pupils are prepared well for life beyond school”.
- “They achieve well across a range of academic and vocational subjects”.
- “The school sets high expectations for pupils’ academic learning. This is mirrored by an emphasis on developing character and resilience”.
- “The school provides a broad range of experiences to enhance pupils’ learning”.
- “Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit strongly from the opportunities the school provides”.
- Outstanding facilities: Access our state-of-the-art PE Department, including a Sportshall, Multi-Use Fitness Hall, Fitness Suite, Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Astro, MUGA, Courts, and expansive playing fields.
- Supportive, collaborative team: Be part of a thriving department with 7 specialist PE teachers, 3 dance teachers and a dedicated leisure center team. We are all passionate about creating a dynamic, supportive environment for students.
- Exceptional student engagement: Our students excel and engage with PE, achieving great results.
- Extensive co-curricular opportunities: Our program offers 14+ sports clubs weekly, giving students a range of exciting activities to explore beyond the classroom.
- Innovative curriculum: Our curriculum fosters a love for PE and sport, developing skills that students can carry through their academic and personal lives. We offer both Edexcel GCSE PE and OCR Nationals Sports Studies, with over 350 students studying PE at Key Stage 4.
Benefits of joining the RAISE Education Trust:
- Make a difference: Shape the futures of children in our community.
- Competitive salary: We offer a highly competitive salary package.
- Exceptional CPD: Invest in your future with our high-quality professional development program.
- Career progression: Explore numerous opportunities for career advancement within Wildern School or the Trust.
- On-Site leisure centre: Enjoy discounted staff membership at our modern on-site Leisure Centre.
- Cycle-to-work scheme: Take advantage of our tax-efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme.
- Free parking: Benefit from free and ample on-site parking.
- Excellent transport links: Enjoy convenient access to public transportation.
- Teachers' pension scheme: Secure your future with enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Supportive community: Be part of a welcoming, supportive, friendly, and sociable team.
Calling All ECTs!
We warmly welcome applications from experienced staff or ECTs, including those due to qualify in summer 2025 for a September 2025 start. We offer a bespoke school-led ECT programme, providing comprehensive support and guidance to help you thrive in your teaching career.Learn more about our program here. An excellent ECT package is available.
Ready to inspire?
If you're a passionate PE teacher eager to inspire and empower students, we want to hear from you! Join us at Wildern Secondary School and be part of a team that's shaping the future of physical education.
If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: Midday Monday 17th March 2025.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
RAISE Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.