Job Title: Secondary school teacher - Teacher of Girl's PE

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors! 

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you. 

Key responsibilities:

Plan and deliver high-quality PE lessons Design and deliver engaging, inclusive and challenging Physical Education lessons that promote progression and enable all students to achieve their full potential. Set high expectations and support student achievement Maintain high expectations of all learners, using a range of teaching strategies to motivate and support girls in developing confidence, skills and a commitment to physical activity. Assess, monitor and provide feedback on student progress Use a variety of assessment methods to track progress, mark work in line with academy policies, and provide timely, constructive feedback to improve performance. Promote student wellbeing and provide pastoral support Support the personal development, wellbeing and safeguarding of students, acting as a tutor where required and responding to individual needs sensitively and effectively. Contribute to a positive and inclusive school culture Work collaboratively with colleagues, promote equality and diversity, and uphold the academy’s values while ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.

Pay range: M1 - U3 £40,317 - £62,496 (Inner London)

Qualifications and Skills:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or equivalent) Has a strong subject knowledge of Physical Education Is passionate about girls’ participation and achievement in sport Demonstrates excellent classroom management and organisational skills Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Works collaboratively and contributes positively to a team

What are we about? 

Join a trust that is going places! 

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. 

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. 

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk   

Benefits:  

Financial and Lifestyle 

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. 

Professional Growth and Development 

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. 

Culture and Wellbeing 

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. 

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.  

How to apply: 

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.