Teacher of Girls' PE
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wakefield, WF4 5HE |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 24 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Horbury Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Girls’ Physical Education to join our dedicated PE department. We are looking for a passionate practitioner who is committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning experiences that motivate, challenge, and inspire pupils to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to deliver engaging, well-structured, and high-quality lessons across all key stages, creating a stimulating learning environment in which all pupils are encouraged to thrive. They will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies, using assessment confidently to monitor progress, inform planning, and secure strong outcomes for all learners.
The postholder will have high expectations of every pupil and the ability to adapt teaching effectively to meet the needs of learners with diverse abilities, backgrounds, and educational needs. They will be skilled in fostering positive relationships, maintaining high standards of behaviour, and creating an inclusive learning environment where pupils feel supported, challenged, and motivated to succeed.
The ideal candidate will also play a pivotal role in the continued success and development of the PE department, contributing to a broad and inclusive curriculum that promotes participation, enjoyment, achievement, and excellence. They will make a significant contribution to our extensive extra-curricular programme, leading clubs, fixtures, competitions, and enrichment opportunities that enhance pupils' experiences and foster a strong culture of sporting participation and success.
This position is temporary in the first instance to 31 August 2027.
About You
The successful candidate will be…
• A qualified teacher holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with a relevant degree in Physical Education or a related field.
• Passionate about promoting physical activity and sporting achievement for all pupils.
• Experienced in delivering high-quality PE lessons across a range of key stages, with the ability to inspire and motivate learners of all abilities.
• Knowledgeable about the PE curriculum and assessment requirements, with the ability to plan engaging lessons, develop extracurricular sporting opportunities, and contribute to raising standards of teaching and learning across the department.
• An excellent communicator with strong organisational skills, and a commitment to fostering positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents/carers.
What the school offers its staff
About Place Partnership
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people.
Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:
• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme via SmartTech*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’
• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans
• Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans.
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Free, on-site parking at every site
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*restrictions apply
For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack.
Further details about the role
Further Information
Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact hr@placepartnership.com.
Closing Date: Monday 12 October 2026 at 9.00am
Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 12 October 2026
To apply for the position, please visit
Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.
Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles.
Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.