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PE Teacher Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A PE Teacher, or Physical Education Teacher is responsible for teaching physical education and sports to school children. Their duties include planning and leading PE lessons, getting students to compete in sporting events and evaluating their performance.

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PE Teacher duties and responsibilities

PE Teachers are responsible for advancing their students’ physical ability and knowledge of sports. They are responsible for the welfare of their students and for ensuring that students can gain the qualifications they need to advance their education or their desired career paths after school. Their key duties and responsibilities include:

  • Supervising practical PE lessons, including both indoor and outdoor classes
  • Ensuring that children compete to their ability level and aren’t exposed to unnecessary injury or illness through school sports
  • Motivating school children to take up new sports or athletic pursuits
  • Evaluating the performance of students throughout the school year
  • Attending parents’ evenings and providing parents with comprehensive reports on their child’s progress
  • Training and coaching school sports teams to compete and succeed in nation-wide events
  • Transporting individual competitors, school teams and other teachers to and from school sporting events
  • Ensuring that students pass their practical and theoretical PE exams
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PE Teacher Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Our client is a dynamic and inclusive educational institution committed to providing a high-quality learning experience for its students. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Female PE Teacher to join our team and contribute to our mission of fostering academic excellence and personal growth.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an enthusiastic Female PE Teacher who is passionate about physical education and promoting a healthy, active lifestyle among our students. The successful candidate will have the ability to inspire and motivate students, create engaging lesson plans, and be committed to their professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver comprehensive and engaging PE lessons to students.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Promote physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
  • Assess and evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
  • Organize and supervise extracurricular sports and fitness activities.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the school's physical education program.
  • Stay updated on educational trends and best practices in PE.

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or a related field.
  • Teaching certification and relevant teaching experience.
  • Strong knowledge of physical education curriculum and teaching methods.
  • Passion for promoting health and wellness.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.



    You must have QTS/ECT or must be able to demonstrate relevant experience.

    You will need a valid Enhanced DBS or are happy to proceed to apply for a new one.

    Let’s get started!

    To qualify for this post, you must hold a relevant qualification with at least three months experience in the last two years.

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    Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract

    Salary: £31,245.00-£43,056.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Hayes: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)


    Work Location: In start date: 10/09/2023

    • Example 2

    Step by Step Education are one of the leading Education recruitment agencies in the North West.

    We are currently looking for an enthusiastic PE Teacherto work in a school based in the Workington area. This position is due to commence ASAP.

    If you believe you are suitable for this PE Teacher position in Workington, please be encouraged to apply for this position via the following options:

  • Apply for this advert via Indeed and Nathan will contact you directly to discuss in further detail.
  • Contact Nathan via email or phone (contact information found via our website - Step by Step Education) and discuss directly with Nathan at any time/day.

    What we can offer in return:

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • 1 to 1 contact with a specialised consultant
  • 24/7 support and advice
  • Excellent 'Recommend a Friend' scheme
  • Pension scheme

    We also have various long-term/day-to-day roles and opportunities available. So if this role isn't for you, but you are still interested in work within a school-environment, please don't hesitate to contact us and we would be happy to help where we can.

    Step by Step Education is fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

    All positions are subject to a DBS Certificate being carried out and applicants meeting Step by Step Education’s Best Practice pre-employment criteria.

    SBSTE

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract

    Salary: £92.00-£150.00 per day

    Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • Referral programme
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Flexitime



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Workington: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work Location: In person

    • Example 3

    KS3/4 PE Teacher - Peterborough

    At Engage Education, we’re recruiting for an exciting opportunity to work in a successful secondary school’s Sixth Form within Bradford who are currently recruiting for a KS3/4 teacher to start in September.
    About the role:
    This is a full-time, long-term role teaching PE to Key Stage 3/4 students. This role comes with plenty of room for career progression for those who commit to the school’s passion for providing a supportive and enriching environment for these young adults. The school also places great emphasis on staff wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

    The school is looking for a confident educator who has the ability to understand & connect with the students on an educational level, and prepare them for their lives beyond Sixth F.
    About you:
  • Have the ability to build strong rapport with young adults, and have experience mentoring students

  • Have experience teaching KS3/4

  • Have a background in education (Does not have to be within a school)

  • Have a proven background of raising pupil progress

  • A real desire to make a positive difference to the students that you work with

  • Market leading rates of pay

    About us:
    We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.
  • Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)

  • Free CPD sessions

  • Your own dedicated consultant

  • £150 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus

  • Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

    How to apply
    You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.

    If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

    All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.

    By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the GDPR requirements.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: £20,520.45-£36,662.58 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to (preferred)

    • What does a PE Teacher do?

    A PE Teacher commonly works in a secondary school or college, where they are responsible for teaching physical education lessons, organising school sporting events and running school sports teams. PE Teachers organise both practical and theoretical PE lessons, based on the UK’s teaching curriculum. PE Teachers teach sports such as football, rugby, tennis and netball, while also teaching nutrition and health-related topics in the classroom. In secondary schools, PE Teachers teach students to GCSE and A-level, while in colleges, PE Teachers help students towards their diplomas.

    PE Teacher skills and qualifications

    A successful PE Teachers will have various prerequisite skills and teaching qualifications and a passion for sports. They have expert knowledge of a wide variety of sports, sporting tactics and physical training programmes. PE Teachers also need to enjoy working with students and have excellent organisation, communication and teaching skills. Their main skills and qualifications include:

    • Up-to-date knowledge of the UK PE curriculum
    • Knowledge of PE examination processes and requirements for GCSE and A-level
    • Knowledge of physical exercises, stretching, nutrition and sports recovery
    • Knowledge of different rules and regulations for sports, including athletics and team sports
    • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
    • Ability to pass an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to work with children
    • Basic knowledge of first aid and recognised first-aid certificate
    • A full UK driving license

    PE Teacher experience requirements

    PE Teachers need at least one year of experience working as a Newly Qualified Teacher to be accepted in the role. They also require extensive sporting experience, alongside experience working with children. Employers can look for candidates with coaching experience at a local football or rugby club, or those who have volunteered at a local sports development charity. Senior PE Teachers or heads of department require a minimum of three years of experience teaching PE in secondary schools.

    PE Teacher education and training requirements

    PE Teachers need to meet stringent education requirements for teacher training courses. They need at least 5 GCSEs, including GCSEs in English, maths and PE, and hold three A-levels, including one in PE. Most employers expect them to complete a degree course in sports science or physical education. Employers also require candidates to complete a postgraduate teacher training course, which leads to gaining Qualified Teacher Status.

    PE Teacher salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a PE Teacher in the UK is £137 per day. Salary may be dependent on experience, location and company.

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    PE Teacher job description FAQs

    Do PE Teachers also teach other subjects?

    PE Teachers are often expected to teach other subjects at secondary school, in addition to PE lessons. This varies from school to school and is dependent on the demand or need for teachers. For example, employers often ask PE Teachers to cover for other teachers who might be off sick or on leave. Some employers look for candidates with knowledge of other subjects, such as history or maths, if they also require them to teach other lessons.

    Who does a PE Teacher report to??

    PE Teachers report to their Head of Department, who is responsible for the PE staff in their charge. They also have to report to senior management, including the Deputy Head Teacher and the Head Teacher of the school. PE Teachers also have a responsibility to report to parents when needed.

    What makes for a great PE Teacher job description?

    A great PE Teacher job description can attract a wide range of candidates by providing details on the teaching environment where successful applicants can work. You can also mention the type of your educational institution, if it has specialist sports status or if it is a grammar school, public school, state school or comprehensive school.

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