Battle Primary Academy, Reading is looking to appoint a talented, friendly and dynamic individual to join our team as PE Specialist Teacher in April 2025. This role will be a crucial part of our student’s development, encouraging them to stay active, develop teamwork skills and foster a lifelong love for physical activity.
You will be part of an outstanding team supporting our exceptional school to continue to develop and provide the absolute best education, care and life chances for our wonderful children.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour
· Has qualified teacher status (QTS)
* Can plan and deliver engaging and inclusive PE lessons
* Who can teach Spanish (our MFL) to years 3 – 6 for half an hour each week and provide cover lessons for other staff where necessary
* Organize and oversee extracurricular sports activities, events and competitions
* Is enthusiastic, inspirational and resilient
* Is committed to working as part of a team
* Is reflective in their practice and commitment to continual improvement
* Can effectively engage with parents and carers
* Is organised, flexible and able to meet deadlines
We can offer:
* A welcoming, supportive and friendly learning environment with motivated, happy children who are positive learners, take pride in their school, and feel valued, listened to and safe
* A dedicated and talented staff who have high expectations of our pupils and provide our children with stimulating, challenging and memorable learning experiences
* A supportive Academy Trust (Thames Learning Trust)
* An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our school community
* A commitment to continuous improvement and your own professional development
* A forward-thinking Employee Assistance Programme, Medical Cash Plan and eye-care voucher scheme
We are passionate about creating a culture of wellbeing where all staff and students are valued and supported.
School visits: We welcome and encourage visits to the school. Please contact Battle Primary Academy directly on 0118 9375421 or at admin@battleprimary.co.uk to make an appointment.
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If you have any questions please contact Allison Worley, Human Resources Manager 07841 921958.
Closing date: Noon Monday 3 February 2025
Applications will not be considered without a completed application form and will be considered when received.
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Safeguarding Recruitment Statement PIA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure including child barred list check, qualifications and reference checks.