Teacher of PE

Location: Greater London

Teacher of PE – Independent Secondary School in London
An independent secondary school in London is recruiting a Teacher of PE for a permanent appointment starting January or April 2027. The school is particularly interested in applicants with a strong background in netball who can contribute to its competitive sporting programme. This position suits an Early Career Teacher or someone in the early stages of their teaching career. You'll combine curriculum teaching with coaching, fixtures and wider school sport.
As a Teacher of PE, you'll help pupils develop technical skills, physical confidence and an understanding of teamwork. You'll also contribute to training sessions, inter-school competitions and the organisation of sporting events. The position provides experience across both curriculum PE and extracurricular sport. For a developing teacher, this combination offers a valuable foundation for a long-term career in independent education.
Key Highlights:
 
* Teacher of PE Wanted – Independent Secondary School
 
* Competitive Salary, Dependent on Qualifications and Experience
 
* Located in the heart of Central London
 
* Full-time, Permanent Teaching Position with Salary up to £55,000

* Start Date:

January or April 2027
 
* Netball Coaching Expertise Particularly Desirable
 
* ECTs and Early-Career Teachers Encouraged to Apply
 
* Active Involvement in Fixtures, Tournaments and School Sport
What You'll Be Doing:
 
* Deliver practical PE lessons across the secondary age range
 
* Coach netball and contribute to team training where qualified
 
* Organise fixtures, tournaments and competitive sporting activities
 
* Develop pupils' technique, fitness and tactical understanding
 
* Assess practical progress and provide individual feedback
 
* Promote safe participation, teamwork and good sportsmanship
Ideal Candidate for This London School:
 
* Holds QTS or is working towards a recognised teaching qualification
 
* Demonstrates strong practical PE knowledge and effective teaching skills
 
* Brings netball coaching experience, highly desirable
 
* Understands safe practice, safeguarding and physical development
 
* Communicates confidently with pupils of different sporting abilities
 
* Welcomes ECTs and teachers developing their classroom experience
Why Join This London School?
 
* Permanent Teacher of PE appointment in independent education
 
* Opportunity to combine curriculum teaching with competitive school sport
 
* Particular scope to contribute through netball coaching
 
* Involvement in fixtures and tournaments beyond regular lessons
 
* January or April entry to suit different availability dates

How to Apply:

If you're interested in teaching PE and contributing to an independent school's sporting programme, submit your CV through this JobsinED listing, quoting JE-035. Applications are welcomed from qualified teachers and those completing a recognised teaching qualification.
School sport depends on teachers who can develop ability while encouraging participation and commitment. This Teacher of PE position offers the opportunity to build your teaching career through both classroom responsibility and practical coaching