PE Teacher

Roles and responsibilities

1. Teaching Physical Education

• Lesson Planning: Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that align with the curriculum and educational goals for physical fitness, sports, and health education.
• Instruction: Teach a variety of physical activities, including team sports, individual sports, fitness exercises, and recreational activities.
• Skill Development: Focus on developing students’ physical skills, such as coordination, agility, strength, flexibility, and endurance.
• Health Education: Provide instruction on topics like nutrition, personal hygiene, body image, mental health, and the benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

2. Physical Fitness and Health Promotion

• Encouraging Active Lifestyles: Foster an understanding of the importance of regular physical activity for physical and mental health.
• Fitness Testing: Conduct fitness assessments to evaluate students’ physical fitness levels and track progress over time.
• Promote Healthy Habits: Educate students on the benefits of healthy habits like proper nutrition, hydration, rest, and the prevention of injuries.

3. Classroom and Activity Management

• Safety: Ensure the safety of students during physical activities by maintaining a safe environment, monitoring equipment, and setting clear expectations for behavior.
• Classroom Discipline: Manage student behavior and foster a positive, respectful learning environment that encourages participation and teamwork.
• Adapt Activities: Modify and adapt activities to accommodate students with special needs or physical limitations.

Desired candidate profile

An educational degree, such as Bachelor’s in Education Degree or related field.
A certified teaching qualification such PGCE, QTS with an Induction Certificate or equivalent (the PGCE must be accompanied by a subject relevant Bachelor’s Degree)
Minimum two years of teaching experience (international experience is an advantage but not required)
Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience of teaching the British National Curriculum in every key stage.
A passion for fostering a student-centered learning environment.
A commitment to professional growth and a collaborative approach to teaching.
A proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learning.
A commitment to actively participate in extracurricular activities after school hours
Assessment and Evaluation
Track Student Progress: Assess students’ physical development, fitness levels, and skills through observations, tests, and performance in physical activities.
Provide Feedback: Offer constructive feedback to students on their performance, skill development, and areas of improvement.
Grading: Grade students on their participation, effort, skills, and fitness progress.