Job Introduction
Teacher of PE (Girls) – MPR/UPR
January 2026 Start
Alderwood Senior School is seeking a passionate and dynamic PE Teacher to join our high performing and enthusiastic PE department. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and challenge students aged 11–16 in a thriving all-through school environment. Alderwood Senior School is a rapidly improving and high performing school, producing GCSE results above national average. Behaviour across the school is very good, with Ofsted describing it as ‘very settled and calm.’
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Has a genuine passion for sport and physical education.
- Challenges and inspires our students
- Delivers engaging lessons across a wide range of sporting disciplines.
- Contributes to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular clubs and events.
- Fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Upholds the Alderwood School Core Values.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Excellent professional development opportunities across our all-through school.
- Access to high quality facilities and resources.
- A school community that values wellbeing, diversity, and achievement.
Candidate Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – applications from ECTs are welcome.
- Strong subject knowledge and a commitment to high standards.
- Ability to create a positive learning environment with high expectations.
- A proactive approach to safeguarding and child welfare.
If you require further information about the role, please contact Mike Scott, Head of School on 01252 343723.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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 Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
