Physical Education and Outdoor Education Instructor

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Ryecroft School

• Walsall
• Permanent

Salary: £28,663.03 per annum

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Job Title:
Physical Education and Outdoor Education Instructor

Location:

Ryecroft School, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 7BH

Hours:

37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.00pm
Salary: £28,663.03 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:
December 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

We're looking for a passionate and energetic Physical Education & Outdoor Education Instructor to join our specialist education team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives outside the traditional classroom and wants to use sport, outdoor learning and physical activity to engage, inspire and develop young people.

You’ll deliver creative and practical learning experiences that help students build confidence, teamwork, independence and emotional wellbeing, while supporting their academic and personal development. Whether leading PE lessons, organising outdoor pursuits, or developing students' life skills through adventurous activities, you’ll play a vital role in helping every student achieve their potential.

As a Physical Education & Outdoor Education Instructor, you’ll plan and deliver engaging learning opportunities for individuals and small groups, adapting activities to meet the needs of students with a range of additional learning and behavioural needs.

Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll create a safe, positive and inclusive environment where students can develop physically, socially and emotionally while celebrating their achievements and progress.

• Deliver engaging PE, sport and outdoor learning sessions for individuals and small groups.
• Adapt activities to meet students' individual needs, abilities and learning styles.
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements and support positive outcomes.
• Promote confidence, resilience, teamwork, independence and physical wellbeing.
• Support students to develop positive behaviour and self-regulation skills.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants and wider school staff to provide consistent support.
• Contribute to enrichment activities, educational visits and outdoor education experiences.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment and safeguard the wellbeing of all students.

• Experience delivering PE, sport, outdoor education or practical learning activities.
• Can motivate and engage students who may have struggled in mainstream education.
• Builds positive relationships and remains calm, patient and resilient when challenges arise.
• Is passionate about helping young people achieve both personally and academically.
• Works effectively as part of a team and communicates confidently with colleagues and families.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Holds relevant coaching, sports, outdoor education or instructional qualifications (desirable).

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition:…