Teacher of Physical Education (PE)
- Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
- Location: Merthyr Tydfil & surrounding areas
- Start date: ASAP
- Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
- Pay: Paid to scale (MPS - UPS Considered)
Are you a passionate Physical Education Teacher who believes in the power of sport and physical activity to inspire confidence, resilience, teamwork, and lifelong healthy habits?
Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with supportive and forward-thinking secondary schools to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Teachers of PE who can deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across the curriculum. This role offers the opportunity to motivate young people to develop their physical skills, improve fitness, and embrace the values of sportsmanship and wellbeing within a positive and inclusive learning environment.
About the Role
As a Teacher of Physical Education, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons in line with the national curriculum
- Teach a broad range of sports and physical activities across KS3 and KS4
- Promote teamwork, resilience, leadership, and fair play
- Organise and support extracurricular clubs, fixtures, and sporting events
- Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment (both indoors and outdoors)
- Assess, monitor, and report on student progress effectively
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community
What We’re Looking For
To be considered, candidates must have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
- Experience teaching Physical Education at secondary level (including placements)
- Strong classroom and practical activity management skills
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Desirable:
- Experience across KS3 and KS4
- Ability to teach a wide range of team and individual sports
- Experience leading extracurricular sport or competitive fixtures
- A reflective and adaptable teaching approach
Recruitment & Safeguarding Information
All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role.
Any appointment will be subject to:
- A successful interview process
- Satisfactory references
- Safeguarding & Prevent training
- Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
- Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
- Weekly pay - no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
- PAYE contract - unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
- Training & Support - free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
- Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
- Fair pay policy - paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
- Additional staff support services - access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more
This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants:
- Not currently based within the UK
- Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
- Without UK secondary school teaching experience
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PE Teacher in Cardiff employer: Elementa Support Services
Elmtree Learning Partnership is an outstanding employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable young people. With a strong focus on professional development, a supportive leadership team, and a nurturing work culture, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their roles. Located in Weston-super-Mare, this dynamic environment offers unique opportunities to contribute to innovative educational practices while ensuring the well-being of both staff and students.
