Job Description:
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic newly qualified PE Teacher ready to kickstart your career?

A vibrant secondary school in Durham is seeking a full-time Female PE Teacher (ECT) to join their energetic and inclusive PE department from January 2026.

Location: Durham
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Paid in line with MPS – ECT scale

About the School:
This mixed comprehensive school is well-established within its community and has recently undergone significant refurbishment, including a new sports hall and gym. The PE department is dynamic and collaborative, with a strong track record of supporting ECTs through weekly mentoring, observation, and professional development. The school values work-life balance and promotes excellent student behaviour and participation in PE.

Why This Role is Ideal for You:

• Teach girls’ PE across KS3 and KS4
• Join a supportive PE team with access to excellent facilities for both indoor and outdoor sports
• Get involved in extra-curricular activities such as sports clubs, fixtures, and dance

Your Role:

• Deliver engaging PE lessons covering games, fitness, and theory
• Encourage student participation and promote teamwork and wellbeing
• Participate in department planning, CPD, and extra-curricular provision
• Benefit from dedicated mentoring and observation time

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold a PGCE with PE specialism and QTS
• Have strong subject knowledge across PE curriculum areas
• Be enthusiastic about encouraging participation and leading enrichment activities
• Have the legal right to work in the UK

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to launch your teaching career in a supportive and inspiring environment, please send your CV along with a short statement of your teaching goals and interests to apply for this exciting PE ECT role in Durham.