Independent School - Teacher of Physical Education

Independent School – Teacher of Physical Education

Location:

Cranleigh, Surrey

Start date:

April/September 2026
Salary: £40,000 to £60,000 per annum

A thriving co-educational independent school for pupils aged Nursery to Year 11, set in beautiful rural Surrey. With a roll of 300 pupils and small class sizes, the ethos enables every child to be known as an individual, nurtured, and challenged to achieve their personal best.

• Teach PE throughout the School up to Year 11, including GCSE PE (theory and practical).
• Coach and officiate a range of sports (Netball, Cricket, Football and Hockey particularly desirable).
• Support the Director of Sport with curriculum development, schemes of work and departmental planning.
• Organise termly events for the Sport Scholarship Programme.
• Run the Sports Leaders Level 1 Award as a weekly club.
• Contribute to a rich co-curricular programme, including after-school activities, teams and events.
• Drive a 16-seat minibus to fixtures (full driving licence essential).
• Serve as a Form Tutor (Years 8–9), helping support pupils’ academic progress and wellbeing.
• All teachers are expected to create stimulating lessons, maintain high standards of behaviour, support pupil progress, and uphold the School’s ethos of kindness, respect, and personal achievement.

• Is an excellent practitioner with high professional standards.
• Has experience teaching GCSE Physical Education.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for sport.
• Is collaborative, flexible, organised and committed to continuous improvement.
• Can inspire, motivate and support pupils of all abilities.
• Is eager to contribute to a close-knit staff community and wider school life.

A full driving licence and access to a car are strongly recommended due to the rural location and limited public transport.

• A warm, friendly, supportive school community.
• Beautiful rural campus with excellent facilities including sports hall, swimming pool, courts and fitness suite.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• 30% fee remission for staff children.
• Free breakfast, lunch, tea and refreshments during term time.
• Use of school facilities when not in pupil use.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Apply now or get in touch with Louis Denison‑Foster at Academics -