Teacher of PE

Teacher of PE

Fixed-term, Full Time 

Salary: MPR

September 2022 start 

Inspire their remarkable with us

This is an exciting time to join Sir Herbert Leon Academy.  With our ‘broad and balanced’ curriculum as well as ‘pupils behaving well in lessons, break and lunchtimes’ being recognised by Ofsted, Sir Herbert Leon Academy is very much a school on its way to ‘Good’.  With a new, passionate Principal in post since September 2020, you will be joining an outstanding team who are focused on success for their students.  You will be welcomed from your first day at Sir Herbert Leon and supported throughout your career with us.

We are seeking a dynamic, committed and enthusiastic PE Teacher to work in a thriving PE department. You will be responsible for leading fun, engaging lessons which develop leadership and independence opportunities for students while supporting students to reach their full potential in sport. A passion for extra-curricular sport is also essential as the PE department offers a hugely successful extra-curricular programme.

The ideal candidate will:  

• Be passionate about Physical Education;  
• Be an excellent teacher;  
• Bring an unwavering commitment to promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning across the department and the academy;  
• Have a relentless obsession about developing their own standards of teaching and learning to enable them to deliver excellent student outcomes;  
• Be a committed team player;  
• Have the ability to engage and inspire pupils and build excellent relationships;  
• Be passionate and ambitious about their own career development.

We passionately believe that every child can discover their own remarkable life. It’s what motivates us around here. We know this vision requires something extra. Which is why at AET, you’ll find more. More opportunities, so you can forge your own path. More care and support, so you can prioritise what matters most. More purpose, for you and for the children we’re inspiring.

We offer:     

• More opportunity to grow your career - We’ll support you in developing your career and experience at this school or another AET school.         
• More tailored support - We understand every academy is unique. We’ll give you tailored support and flexibility, allowing you to do what’s best for your children.         
• More chances to see what’s out there - We create opportunities for teachers to visit other AET academies and learn from outside experience.         
• More like minded colleagues, so you can benefit from others’ experience - You’re connected to our network of 57 academies and thousands of education professionals.         
• More technology so you can make more impact - Google Workspace Enterprise for Education embedded throughout. Collaborative cloud technology gives you access to the latest tools, when and where it suits you. More tech enabled classrooms mean less time spent on admin and more time teaching.         
• More time - We strive to minimise unnecessary distractions so you can have energy for your job, and your life.

This is a fixed term contract and is due to commence as soon as September 2022 

Closing Date: Monday 21st February 2022 

Interviews will commence shortly after the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.  All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV’s.  Come inspire their remarkable with us, apply today.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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AET is recruiting for School Direct placements.  Please visit our website https://sites.google.com/aetinet.org/academies-enterprise-trust/work-at-aet/initial-teacher-training for further details.