Teacher of Girls PE

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring Teacher of Girls PE who is passionate about their subject and able to make a positive contribution to the learning experiences of our students. There is flexibility for the right candidate to start at Easter or September 2023.

You will be joining a well-established and highly successful department in a growing school where we offer a wide range of sports as extracurricular activities and clubs. Our range of facilities is extensive, including two all-weather pitches, five netball/tennis hard courts, four court sports hall and recently refurbished gymnasium.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience of delivering girls football, basketball or rugby.

At RMS, we are looking for a teacher who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge and strong teaching skills
• Is able to build positive relationships with all learners and is committed to raising attainment of all students 
• Will work collaboratively within the PE team to contribute to the success of the department 
• Is willing to commit to extracurricular activities that add value to the school and local community
• Is able to respond positively and creatively to the changing expectations of the subject

In return, we can offer:

• Excellent support and fantastic opportunities for continued professional development
• High priority given to staff and student wellbeing
• A dedicated and hardworking team who place students at the heart of everything
• Supportive families who value education and great students who want to learn
• A well-resourced curriculum area 
• A broad, exciting and personalised curriculum with a focus on collaborative planning 
• A full programme of trips and visits, giving you the chance to share in making positive memories with students
• Consistently excellent student attainment and progress

We pride ourselves on our ethos and culture which promotes positive relationships and behaviour. In our most recent Ofsted report (May 2017), inspectors observed that ‘there is a positive ethos throughout the school, which is enhanced by strong relationships between staff and pupils. Pupils conduct themselves well, and are respectful and courteous to one another. Behaviour continues to be typically exemplary’.

PE is a leading department within the school and we are proud of our outstanding record of success. In 2022 79% of students achieved a Grade 4 or higher in PE, and 79.7% of students achieved a Grade 4 or higher in both English and Maths. We have high expectations of all our students and are committed to the personal and professional development of our staff.

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with a distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder. 

We would welcome the opportunity for an informal chat or visit. Please contact Lisa Shackleton, HR Officer on 01256 702700 or lisa.shackleton@rmays.com for further information or to arrange a visit.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.  

Robert May’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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 an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant pre-employment checks.