Teacher of PE - Manor Abbey School

Manor Abbey School

Manor Abbey School is a provision for Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils with an EHCP for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties, opened in Abbey Hulton, Stoke on Trent, in September 2024. Initial intake was 30 pupils in years 7 and 8, and the school will progressively fill to a capacity of 70 places over four years.

We are seeking an inspiring and imaginative class teacher with a subject specialism who can adapt teaching style to ensure learning is fun, practical and creative. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to meet the needs of secondary‑aged children who have experienced difficulty accessing mainstream education.

• High expectations of academic achievement
• A successful track record of motivating young people
• Well‑planned, sequenced, innovative and engaging lessons
• Clear direction and support for teaching assistants
• Awareness of trauma‑informed practices and positive mental‑health promotion
• Clear understanding of, and ability to, manage challenging behaviour
• Subject leadership as directed by SLT

• Significant SEN allowance
• Bespoke, high‑quality training to support knowledge and understanding of specialist behaviour management interventions
• Small class sizes and high staffing ratios, in and out of the classroom
• A state‑of‑the‑art and well‑resourced school
• Networking opportunities through the Manor Hall Academy Trust and local SEMH school groups
• Support for creative and flexible thinking to enhance curriculum delivery
• Minibus and lifeguard training (if eligible) and a supportive staff team

• Tech schemes
• Cycle‑to‑work schemes
• Online gym classes
• Health and wellbeing support
• Financial advice services
• Thinkwell fast‑track counselling service
• Physiotherapy
• Retail discounts in supermarkets, high‑street shops, restaurants and day‑out venues

Manor Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants must visit the school before applying; guided tours are available individually or in groups before 30 June 2026. Contact the School Office at 01782 354040 to book a visit. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to enhanced DBS and pre‑employment checks, including right to work, confirmation of qualifications and professional references. An online search may also be conducted as part of due diligence.