PE Teacher

Contract

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference PE26_1770816562

Closing date March 14, 2026

Location Wakefield, United Kingdom

Status

Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in the Wakefield area who are seeking a committed and inspirational PE Teacher to join their team after the Easter Holidays. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with strong behaviour-management skills and a passion for engaging students in both practical and theoretical aspects of Physical Education.

About the Role

• Teaching PE across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Delivering high‑quality, engaging lessons that promote physical activity, teamwork and resilience
• Planning, marking and assessment in line with school and DfE expectations
• Contributing to extracurricular sports clubs and fixtures
• Working collaboratively with a supportive department and wider school staff

The School

• A welcoming and inclusive secondary school with strong leadership
• Excellent facilities for PE, including sports fields, indoor spaces and specialist equipment
• A focus on student welfare, academic progress and positive relationships

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching PE in a UK secondary school setting
• Strong classroom management and a proactive approach to supporting learners
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What Veritas Education Offers

• Paid to scale from day one
• A dedicated, specialist consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Access to CPD opportunities
• A straightforward and transparent registration process

How to Apply

If you are passionate about Physical Education and ready to inspire young people across Wakefield, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Veritas Education for more information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'