At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging Games lessons and promote active, healthy lifestyles.
- Company: Join a vibrant, inclusive school community dedicated to student development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team in a forward-thinking educational environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' confidence and wellbeing through sport.
- Qualifications: Passion for Games, strong subject knowledge, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Location: Hall School, Wimbledon, SW20 8HF
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent | Term Time
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the School
Hall School Wimbledon is a vibrant, proudly non-selective co-educational day school, offering a contemporary and inclusive education in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Located on a unique campus in the heart of Wimbledon, we are committed to enabling every student to flourish and become an independent learner for life. Our ethos is rooted in outstanding pastoral care, small class sizes (12-15 students), and a personalised approach to teaching that supports a wide range of abilities. We pride ourselves on our collaborative staff culture and strong relationships across the school community.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Games to join our thriving school community. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing students' sporting skills, physical confidence and enjoyment of sport, helping them to lead active, healthy lifestyles both within and beyond the classroom. Working closely with colleagues, you will deliver engaging and well-structured Games lessons that encourage participation, teamwork and personal achievement. You will create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels supported, challenged and motivated to reach their potential, regardless of their ability or experience.
- Plan and deliver high-quality Games lessons that develop students' sporting skills, knowledge and confidence.
- Foster teamwork, resilience, fair play and a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity.
- Adapt teaching and activities to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND.
- Assess progress effectively and provide constructive feedback to support student development.
- Promote high standards of behaviour, safety and participation during lessons and sporting activities.
- Contribute to the wider sporting life of the school, including fixtures, competitions, enrichment opportunities and school events.
- Support students' personal development through sport and physical education.
- Potentially teach additional subjects, depending on your experience, expertise and the needs of the school.
About You
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated teacher who believes in the positive impact sport can have on a young person's confidence, wellbeing and personal development. You will be an engaging classroom practitioner with high expectations and the ability to inspire students of all abilities to participate, improve and succeed. The successful candidate will have:
- A genuine enthusiasm for Games and a commitment to promoting participation and achievement in sport.
- Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging, inclusive and well-organised lessons.
- The ability to motivate and inspire students with a wide range of interests, abilities and backgrounds.
- High expectations for student behaviour, effort and achievement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
- A collaborative and flexible approach, contributing positively to the wider life of the school.
- A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
- The ability to help students develop confidence, resilience, independence and a positive attitude towards physical activity.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious school where you can make a meaningful contribution to students' development and play an active role in a vibrant sporting programme.
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