PE Teacher; Female

Are you a passionate PE Teacher seeking your next teaching opportunity? Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Female PE Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in the Colne area. This is a full-time maternity cover position starting in November 2026, offering an excellent opportunity to inspire pupils and promote an active, healthy lifestyle. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach Physical Education across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging practical lessons and supporting pupils to develop their sporting skills, confidence and teamwork.

• Job Title:
  
  Female PE Teacher
• Location:
  
  Colne area, Lancashire
• Start Date:
  
  November 2026
• Contract Type:
  Full-time, maternity cover
• Daily Rate: £168.80 – £215.68, depending on experience

• Deliver engaging and inclusive PE lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and prepare lessons to meet a range of abilities and fitness levels
• Teach a variety of sports and physical activities
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles
• Assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and ensure pupils' safety during practical lessons
• Encourage participation and engagement in physical activity
• Work collaboratively with the PE department and contribute to wider school sporting activities

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), a PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching PE at secondary level
• Be confident delivering practical lessons across a range of sports and activities
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills
• Be committed to supporting the progress and development of all pupils
• Be committed to safeguarding children and young people
• Provide details of the two most recent references, covering the last five years' work history
• Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of registration
• Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy the required safeguarding and compliance checks

• Competitive daily pay of £168.80 – £215.68
• Full-time teaching opportunity
• Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Opportunities to progress into future long-term or permanent roles
• Streamlined and efficient registration process

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).