PE Teacher
Type: Permanent
Reference: 225784791
Job Description:
At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work
Job Title: PE Teacher
Location: Groveside School, Reading, RG2 7AY
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) plus a Welcome Bonus of £1000*
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: December 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you a PE Teacher who believes sport and physical activity can transform young lives? Do you see the power of physical education to build confidence, resilience, teamwork and a lifelong love of achievement? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
At Groveside School, we're looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and inclusive PE Teacher to inspire our students to be active, engaged and proud of what they can achieve. As our school continues to grow, you'll have the exciting opportunity to shape and develop a dynamic PE curriculum alongside a thriving extracurricular programme that encourages every young person to take part, challenge themselves and succeed.
This is more than a teaching role. It's a chance to use sport as a vehicle for personal growth, helping students develop confidence, strengthen relationships and discover their potential both on and off the field. If you're passionate about making a lasting difference and creating positive experiences through physical education, we'd love you to join our team.
What you will be doing
- Plan and deliver high‑quality PE lessons and physical development activities that inspire participation and progress
- Build a vibrant extra‑curricular offer including clubs, wellbeing sessions, team games and enrichment opportunities
- Use assessment to monitor, record and report on student progress, celebrating success and supporting every learner
- Adapt PE and physical activity to ensure students with SEND and SEMH needs can participate safely and meaningfully
- Create safe, stimulating learning environments, organising equipment, spaces and groupings effectively
- Promote physical activity as a tool for confidence, regulation, teamwork and personal development
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, LSAs, care staff and families to ensure consistent support for students
- Contribute to curriculum development, school improvement priorities and the wider life of the school
What you will bring
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- A passion for PE, inspiring participation, confidence and wellbeing
- The ability to thrive in a fun, purposeful and sometimes challenging environment
- Strong relationship-building skills, using restorative practice and teamwork to engage students
- Resilience, approachability and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for motivating students
- Creativity in teaching, with a focus on bringing out the best in every learner
- A full driving license
About Our School
Groveside School is a Special Educational Needs School for students 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 students.
To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:
- To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all students.
- To work with fantastic students who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
- To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
- To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
- To develop your career.
- To be committed to creating exceptional student experiences and learning for all.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 OFG Education were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
*Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £500 after completion of 3 months and one further payment of £500 upon completion of your final probation period. Terms and Conditions Apply
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