Teacher of Physical Education - Cantell schoolJobsGoPublic

Cantell School is proud to be a heavily oversubscribed, inclusive comprehensive school with a student intake that reflects a wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community. Our fundamental mission is to provide an exceptional learning experience for every student so that they may lead a happy and successful life now and in the future.

In March 2024, we were judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Whilst we are honoured to receive such an accolade, we must be clear that this does not define us. What makes us stand out in the crowd is the strength of relationships between our diverse student and staff body. It is one of the reasons why Cantell is a great place for students to learn and staff to work!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and innovative Teacher of PE for January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher to become part of a highly collaborative and multi-disciplined team. The department offers some excellent facilities, including a newly refurbished fitness Suite, full size sports hall, second smaller sports hall, hard court areas and full size 3G pitch.

The successful applicant will be an inspiring teacher, who forms effective relationships with young people and colleagues, is energetic and has the drive to make sure our pupils get the best learning opportunities we can offer them, we would love you to join our outstanding team. The school run over 50 extra-curricular activities, a willingness to contribute to the busy extra-curricular life of the school is essential.

This role would involve teaching PE at both KS3 and KS4 level. Experience of teaching PE is essential.

We will offer the successful applicant:

• A committed and extremely supportive staff team
• An extensive and personalised CPD programme
• The opportunity to make a real difference to our students
• A thriving community of students and parents/carers

We wish to appoint candidates with:

• Ability to promote high quality teaching and learning
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and motivational skills
• A passion for improving students' lives and opportunities
• High levels of ambition and drive for outstanding performance from staff and students

The school is committed to safeguarding children and all applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Although applications will be processed as they arrive, an earlier closing date may be made before this if a successful candidate is found.

An application form is available on our website www.cantell.co.uk For further details or to arrange a visit, please contact a member of the HR team by email [email protected]

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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Teacher of Physical Education

GBP £34,069– £52,835 per year

Full Time, Permanent

Start date: January 2027

Application Deadline: 15th November 2026