KITTS GREEN ACADEMY SCHOOL

Hallmoor Road

Birmingham B33 9QY

Teacher of Physical Education (SEN)

MPS/UPS + 1 SEN allowance

Required from 01/09/2026

Permanent

Closing Date: 31/05/2026

Interviews:   To be confirmed

We are seeking a highly effective, creative, and inspirational Physical Education Teacher to join Kitts Green Academy, part of Thrive Education Partnership a growing Multi-Academy Trust serving specialist schools across the West Midlands.

Kitts Green Academy is a specialist provision for up to 100 boys aged 6–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, with some pupils also having diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

All of our pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), identifying key development targets. Teachers are well-supported by experienced teaching assistants, ensuring pupils make meaningful progress toward their individual goals.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated PE specialist who is passionate about helping students develop physically, socially, and emotionally.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a skilled and dedicated PE teacher committed to enabling students to reach their full potential
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, in either a specialist or mainstream setting
• Work collaboratively with support staff and senior leaders to deliver high-quality educational provision
• Demonstrate empathy, resilience, and understanding when working with pupils who may present with challenging behaviours linked to their needs

Why Join Us?

At Thrive Education Partnership, we are committed to supporting our staff both professionally and personally.

We offer:

• A strong commitment to your professional development, with a wide range of learning opportunities
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives and outcomes of young people
• A supportive and dedicated leadership team

              Employee Benefits include:

• Teacher Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme (with employer contribution)
• Staff consultation opportunities through Employee Questionnaires
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme – fully confidential support, including face-to-face consultations
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
• Access to Occupational Health Services
• Mental Health First Aiders within the organisation
• Developing wellbeing policies including:
• Family-Friendly Working
• Flexible Working
• Special Leave
• Menopause Support

Additional Information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
 Please contact 0121 594 0890 to arrange a visit.

• Applications may be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews may be held before the closing date, so early application is encouraged.
• Please note:
• Only fully completed application forms will be accepted (CVs will not be considered).
• If you have not heard within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• This role requires an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks
• The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
• The ability to speak fluent English is essential under the Immigration Act (2016)
• Thrive Education Partnership is fully committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children, and all staff are expected to share this commitment