PE Teacher

PE Teacher
Location: Northampton
Start Date: April or September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term or Permanent

Are you a passionate PE Teacher who enjoys inspiring students to develop confidence, teamwork, and a love of physical activity?
Are you looking to join a supportive school where sport plays an important role in school life?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with a number of well-regarded secondary schools in Northampton that are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic PE Teacher to join their teams from April or September 2026. These roles are full-time, with opportunities available on both a long-term and permanent basis, depending on your experience and preferences.

About the Role:

* Deliver engaging Physical Education lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 opportunities available in some schools)
* Encourage students to develop confidence, teamwork, and resilience through sport
* Teach a variety of sports and physical activities, adapting lessons to meet the needs of all learners
* Support or lead extra-curricular sports clubs, teams, and fixtures
* Contribute to a positive department focused on promoting health, fitness, and wellbeing

The Ideal Candidate Will:

* Hold QTS/QTLS or an equivalent teaching qualification
* Be passionate about PE and motivating students to participate in sport
* Have strong classroom management and the ability to create an inclusive learning environment
* Be organised, proactive, and able to work collaboratively with colleagues
* Be keen to contribute to the wider life of the school

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are encouraged to apply and will receive excellent support and mentoring.

What's on Offer:

* Opportunities in a range of supportive secondary schools across Northampton
* Flexible employment options - long-term placements or permanent contracts
* Competitive pay aligned with the MPS/UPS pay scale
* Schools with strong PE departments and good sporting facilities
* The chance to play a key role in developing students' physical confidence and wellbeing

Professional Development:
Tradewind teachers benefit from free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College, covering topics such as safeguarding, behaviour strategies, curriculum planning, and PE-specific training.

If you're ready to take the next step in your PE teaching career and want to inspire students through sport and physical activity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss PE Teacher opportunities in Northampton starting April or September 2026.