PE Teacher

PE Teacher – Secondary School – Dorchester

Full-Time | Permanent | Start Date: April

A lively and progressive secondary school in Dorchester, Dorset, is looking to appoint an enthusiastic PE Teacher to join their dedicated PE department. This role is ideal for an experienced teacher or an energetic ECT eager to build their career in a supportive, student‑focused environment.

The Role

As a PE Teacher, you will:

• Teach engaging PE lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Promote physical fitness, teamwork, resilience, and a positive sporting mindset
• Deliver a broad, inclusive curriculum that encourages participation from all students
• Track progress effectively and support pupils in developing key skills
• Contribute to the planning, development and delivery of the PE curriculum
• Lead or support extra‑curricular sports clubs, fixtures and enrichment activities

What the School Offers

• A friendly, inclusive, and student‑centred culture
• A collaborative PE department with strong leadership
• Ongoing CPD and high‑quality training opportunities
• Clear pathways for career development
• Excellent indoor and outdoor sports facilities
• A school committed to wellbeing, high standards, and innovation

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will be:

• A qualified PE Teacher with QTS (or an ECT nearing completion)
• Confident delivering PE lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Someone with excellent communication skills and strong subject knowledge
• A positive role model who inspires students to achieve their personal best
• A team player who values collaboration and high expectations
• Able to build strong relationships and motivate pupils of all abilities

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong subject knowledge within Physical Education
• Ability to teach PE confidently at KS3 & KS4
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing