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Trainee PE Teacher

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 23,000 - 26,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Northamptonshire

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Trainee Teacher of Physical Education (PE)
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: Training Salary / Bursary (depending on route)
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (with potential for permanent role upon qualification)
Start Date: ASAP/September 2026

Are you passionate about sport, fitness, and inspiring young people? Do you want to train to become a qualified PE teacher while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive school environment? We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Teacher of Physical Education to join a dynamic secondary school in Northampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or career changer looking to begin a rewarding career in teaching, with full support provided towards achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

The Role
As a Trainee PE Teacher, you will:

Work alongside experienced PE teachers to support the delivery of high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
تدريually take on responsibility for planning and teaching lessons as your training progresses
Support extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures, and enrichment activities
Assist in promoting healthy lifestyles and student participation in physical activity
Receive structured training, mentoring, and regular feedback to support your development
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related subject (or be on track to achieve one)
A genuine passion for sport and working with young people
The ambition to train as a qualified teacher
Strong communication and organisational skills
The ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities
A willingness to contribute to the wider school community
What We Offer:

A clear pathway to gaining Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A dedicated mentor and comprehensive training programme
Opportunities to gain experience across a range of sports and activities
A supportive and collaborative PE department
A strong focus on professional development and career progression
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in training to teach PE and your relevant experience.

Start your journey into teaching and help inspire the next generation to lead active, healthy lives.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

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