Female PE Teacher / Sports Coach Full Time

Watford, Hertfordshire
Tradewind Recruitment

Are you an enthusiastic PE teacher or sports coach looking for an opportunity at a supportive and well run Secondary Academy? Perhaps you’re a recent sports science / PE Graduate or sports coach looking to start a career within Education.

Tradewind secondary are are recruiting for a modern and purpose built academy in Watford for a member of staff to support with Girls PE. The successful PE teacher or Sports coach will help with the delivery of PE lessons to girls in key stages 3 and 4 (years 7-11) and help inspire a love of learning for PE, exercise and nutrition.

The school is open to applications from those in the early stages of their career and can offer superb support with dedicated mentors and a great Head of Department and Faculty leader. Lessons and workload can be structured accordingly and the school are also very keen to received applications from experienced PE teachers available from January or Easter. Attitude, professionalism and enthusiasm are key attributes. The school has the best results for a non selective school in the south of Hertfordshire and offer a great, lively and social PE team.

To be considered for this role in Watford, you should hold relevant qualifications and background knowledge to support PE learning. A degree and/or PGCE qualification for qualified teachers is ideal, however applicants with experience teaching on an instructor or unqualified basis are also encouraged to apply. We are looking for staff with a passion for promoting healthy lifestyles and the benefits of physical activity.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant knowledge or degree in Physical Education or Teaching

• PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) qualification & QTS (ideal but not essential)

• Enthusiasm and the ability to engage with secondary aged pupils

• Passionate about physical education and promoting healthy lifestyles

• A tenacious approach and positive attitude

• Ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent planning, organisation, and time-management skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

The successful PE Teacher / sports coach will benefit from a supportive working environment with excellent opportunities for professional development including routes into teacher training in the future. This academy is fully committed to the well-being of all staff and benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, access to on-site sports facilities as well as department and whole school social events.

If you are an inspiring PE teacher or sports coach or are considering a career with huge longevity then we would love to hear from you! Please apply now by contacting Sam on or calling the office on today.