Female PE Teacher | Private School | Oxford, Oxfordshire | Full-Time

Contract Type: To be confirmed
Start Date: To be confirmed
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and in line with the school's pay structure

Inspire Active Lifestyles. Develop Confidence. Achieve Excellence.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated Female PE Teacher to join a private school in Oxford. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who can inspire pupils to enjoy physical activity, develop sporting skills and understand the importance of health, fitness, teamwork and personal wellbeing.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, inclusive and challenging PE lessons, encouraging pupils of different abilities to participate confidently and achieve their full potential. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will contribute to the school's sporting provision, promote positive attitudes towards physical activity and help create a supportive environment in which pupils can develop both physically and personally.

We are looking for a teacher with strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom and behaviour management skills, and the ability to motivate pupils through a broad and varied PE curriculum.

Please note: The school requires a female PE teacher for this position. The recruitment criteria and any occupational requirement must be lawful and justified under applicable equality legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured PE lessons in line with the school's curriculum and educational objectives.

• Teach a range of physical activities and sports, developing pupils' fitness, coordination, technical skills and understanding of physical wellbeing.

• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs, abilities and learning styles of individual pupils.

• Establish clear expectations for behaviour, participation, effort and sportsmanship.

• Assess and monitor pupils' progress, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Encourage confidence, resilience, teamwork, leadership and a positive attitude towards physical activity.

• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and pupil engagement.

• Support pupils in developing an understanding of healthy lifestyles, exercise, nutrition and personal wellbeing, as appropriate to the curriculum.

Sporting Activities and Enrichment

• Contribute to the planning and delivery of extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures, tournaments and school sporting events.

• Encourage participation in individual and team sports, promoting inclusion and enjoyment alongside competitive achievement.

• Support pupils in developing their sporting abilities and representing the school in inter-school competitions.

• Assist with the organisation of sports days, fixtures, educational visits and other physical activity events.

• Promote teamwork, fair play, respect and positive sporting behaviour.

• Contribute ideas to expand the school's sporting opportunities and enrich pupils' experiences beyond the classroom.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

• Ensure PE lessons and sporting activities are conducted safely, following school policies and relevant risk assessments.

• Check sports equipment and facilities before use, reporting maintenance issues or potential hazards promptly.

• Supervise pupils appropriately during lessons, changing arrangements, fixtures and extracurricular activities.

• Apply relevant health and safety procedures and respond appropriately to accidents, injuries and emergencies.

• Support pupils with additional needs or medical conditions, making reasonable adjustments where appropriate.

• Promote respectful behaviour, inclusion and pupils' physical and emotional wellbeing.

• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Assessment and Curriculum Development

• Contribute to the development and review of the PE curriculum to ensure it remains engaging, inclusive and appropriately challenging.

• Monitor pupil participation, attainment and progress, using assessment information to inform future teaching.

• Maintain accurate records of achievement, attendance and relevant pupil information.

• Work with colleagues to share effective teaching strategies and support improvements in PE provision.

• Identify opportunities to introduce new sports, activities and approaches that broaden pupils' experiences.

• Support pupils in setting personal goals and recognising their progress and achievements.

Teamwork and Wider School Contribution

• Work collaboratively with the PE department, pastoral teams and wider teaching staff.

• Contribute to departmental planning, staff meetings and school improvement priorities.

• Communicate professionally with parents and colleagues regarding pupils' progress, participation and achievements.

• Support the school's wider educational aims, values and community activities.

• Participate in relevant training and professional development to maintain and enhance teaching practice.

• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and promote a culture of high expectations, respect and achievement.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, as appropriate to the role.

• A degree in Physical Education, Sports Science or a closely related subject.

• Experience teaching PE in a school or educational setting, with the ability to deliver effective and engaging lessons.

• Strong knowledge of a range of sports, physical activities and teaching strategies.

• Excellent behaviour management, communication and organisational skills.

• The ability to motivate pupils and encourage participation across a range of abilities.

• A commitment to inclusive teaching, pupil development and high educational standards.

• An understanding of health and safety requirements associated with PE, sports facilities and physical activities.

• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities within an educational environment.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team while using initiative and managing responsibilities independently.

• A genuine passion for promoting physical activity, healthy lifestyles and pupil wellbeing.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in an independent or private school.

• Experience coaching school sports teams or organising competitive fixtures.

• Additional coaching qualifications or relevant sporting certifications.

• Experience delivering extracurricular sports clubs and enrichment activities.

• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning, physical or medical needs.

• Knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and progress monitoring.

• A commitment to ongoing professional development and sharing best practice.

Key Skills and Personal Qualities

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, approachable and committed to helping pupils develop their sporting abilities and confidence. You will demonstrate:

• Strong teaching, coaching and pupil motivation skills.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Effective behaviour management and organisational skills.

• A proactive approach to health, safety and safeguarding.

• The ability to encourage teamwork, resilience, discipline and sportsmanship.

• Flexibility, initiative and a positive approach to school life.

• A commitment to inclusion, pupil wellbeing and continuous improvement.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold the school's safeguarding and child protection policies.

The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right-to-work verification and verification of relevant qualifications and professional registrations where applicable.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate PE teacher who can inspire pupils, promote active lifestyles and contribute to a thriving school sports programme, we would welcome your application.

This is an opportunity to join a private school in Oxford where you can make a meaningful contribution to pupils' physical development, confidence, teamwork and overall educational experience.

Please submit your CV for consideration for the Female PE Teacher position in Oxford, Oxfordshire.

We look forward to hearing from you.