Teacher of PE / Second in Charge of PE (Maternity Cover)

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the Role:

If you take on the Second in Charge role, you will contribute to the leadership of the department, helping to improve teaching practices and manage resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching PE to a high standard across Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Assisting in the development of the PE curriculum.
• Monitoring and supporting student progress, ensuring achievement is maximised.
• Maintaining professional standards in line with school policies.
• Engaging with parents and carers to support student development.
• Upholding the school’s ethos of creating a safe and supportive environment for all students.
• Second in Charge duties (if applicable): Support the Head of PE with departmental leadership, contribute to staff development, oversee assessments, and ensure the smooth running of the department in the Head of PE’s absence.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive environment and being part of a dedicated team that values professional development.
• Opportunity for leadership, taking on additional responsibilities and helping to shape the future of PE at Thornden.
• Flexibility with both Full-time and part-time positions considered.
• Making a positive impact by inspiring students in their academic, personal, and social growth.
• As a member of the HISP Multi Academy Trust at Thornden, you will benefit from a broad network of professional support, training, and career progression opportunities.

Commitment to safeguarding

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.