Cover PE Teacher

PE Teacher – Gateshead

Start Date: February 2026
Contract: Full Time
Pay: £130–£251 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you passionate about sport and inspiring young people to achieve their best? Do you thrive in an active, energetic teaching environment? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic PE Teacher to work across a range of secondary schools in Gateshead.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated educator who wants to make a real impact while gaining valuable experience in supportive and well-established school settings.

The Role

As a PE Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging physical education lessons that encourage participation, confidence, and healthy lifestyles.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering dynamic PE lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

• Motivating students to reach their full physical and academic potential

• Assessing progress and providing constructive feedback

• Building strong relationships with students, staff, and wider school communities

The Ideal Candidate

We are keen to hear from teachers who are:

• Qualified with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

• Experienced teaching PE in a secondary school setting

• Confident classroom managers with excellent communication skills

• Passionate about sport, teamwork, and student development

• Adaptable and committed to high teaching standards

(A related degree is desirable but not essential.)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates tailored to your experience

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Dedicated consultant support and regular communication

• Flexible working options (full-time or part-time roles available)

• Opportunities to work in a variety of schools and broaden your experience

If you’re ready to inspire the next generation and bring energy, commitment, and passion to physical education, apply today with Teaching Personnel and take the next step in your teaching career.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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