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Reading, Berkshire

PE Teacher – Independent Senior School – January 2026 – Reading

Do you want to deliver PE in a forward-thinking independent school with exceptional outdoor and indoor facilities?

  • PE Teacher

  • Full time | Permanent

  • January 2026

  • KS3–KS5 Physical Education

  • Well-resourced sports department

A well-established independent senior school in Reading is seeking a PE Teacher to begin a full-time role in January 2026. The school welcomes applications from both experienced teachers and new entrants with strong coaching backgrounds.

School Information

This independent day school educates 900 pupils aged 11–18 and is highly regarded for its academic achievements, pastoral ethos, and strong co-curricular programme. Situated near the centre of Reading, it offers excellent transport connections for staff across Berkshire and the Thames Valley.

The PE department benefits from sports halls, a newly resurfaced athletics track, netball courts, astroturf pitches, a gymnasium, and first-class strength and conditioning facilities. The school’s teams regularly compete in regional leagues and national tournaments.

Students enjoy a varied curriculum including invasion games, dance, gymnastics, athletics, swimming, fitness training, and sports leadership.

Experience and Qualifications

  • Degree in Sport Science, PE, or a related field

  • Teaching qualification preferred, though independent schools may appoint unqualified teachers with strong coaching expertise

  • Ability to teach PE from KS3 to KS5

  • Experience in team coaching or specialist sports is highly desirable

  • Enthusiasm for extra-curricular sport, fixtures, and competitions

Salary

Salary is paid on the independent school scale, above MPS/UPS.

Application – PE Teacher

Please send your application as soon as possible.

Locations
Reading, Berkshire

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PE Teacher – Independent Senior School – January 2026 – Reading

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