Teacher of PE (Girls) - Fixed Term Basic

About the school

Wood Green School is an oversubscribed 11-18 academy in the thriving town of Witney, close to the Cotswolds and with excellent transport links to Oxford and London. The school has a strong reputation and results that continue to improve year-on-year, leading to a rapid rise in student applications. It maintains a culture of mutual respect and strong relationships, underpinned by its LEARNWell values. The school mission is to develop exceptional, well-qualified and well-rounded young people who make a positive contribution to the school, the community and the world.

The role

Wood Green School seeks to appoint an excellent Teacher of PE (Girls) on a full-time, fixed-term basis for one year. The post is available from September 2026 and is offered on the Main or Upper Pay Range (£32,916 – £51,048). PE is a popular subject with an excellent reputation. The department makes full use of extensive sports facilities and delivers an active and inclusive curriculum. The successful candidate will teach across the age, ability and activity range and contribute fully to the PE department.

Requirements

• Be an excellent practitioner in their subject
• Inspire students to learn and grow both in and out of the classroom
• Collaborate to achieve shared aims, develop best practice and find solutions to challenges together
• Continue learning and growing throughout their career
• Be committed to helping all young people become exceptional, well-qualified and well-rounded individuals who make a positive contribution to the school, the community and the world

Benefits & package

• A school where staff value the care and consideration given to their workload
• Committed department teams with autonomy to innovate within an effective, aligned approach to teaching
• Access to high-quality CPD
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, recognised as a core value and strategic priority

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob. Those who would like to learn more about the post or arrange a visit may request the school contact details after signing in. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and obtain any other statutorily required clearances. Employment is conditional on receipt of at least two acceptable references and evidence of formal qualifications. Wood Green School is an equal opportunities employer.