teacher of pe & games

Are you an excellent teacher of PE with a hockey specialism ?

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher to join the Senior School PE Department from September 2021, with a specialism in hockey and to lead the Boys’ Games programme. Whilst the Senior School educates children from Years 9 to 13, it is part of the wider St Edmund’s School family, educating children from 3 years old to 18. This provides our children and staff with unique opportunities and we are looking for the right person to contribute to our team and the wider school family. We are committed to high standards and achievement for all pupils.

We are looking for someone who is:

An excellent Physical Education practitioner with an outstanding ability to engage and enthuse children over a broad age range
Able to challenge, support and motivate all children to achieve high standards, with a particular focus on hockey
Open to new ideas and willing to commit to new initiatives
Eager to take a full and active part in all aspects of our school community
An excellent communicator with pupils, parents and staff
Naturally positive and a team player

In return, we can offer you the opportunity to:

Teach well behaved, motivated children
Work within a school community that is proud of its achievements and well-motivated to continue to develop further
Work within a supportive team
Professional development to fit your needs

Applications

Applications must include a completed Application Form and a concise covering letter outlining the candidate’s suitability for the post.

Applications should be emailed to slh@stedmunds.org.uk and arrive no later than 9.00am on Tuesday 27th April 2021.

Further particulars can be obtained from the school’s website or from the HR Manager- Sarah Hudson, by email to slh@stedmunds.org.uk

St Edmund’s School Canterbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will undergo child protection screening