Teacher of PE

Teacher of Physical Education (PE) - Astrea Academy Sheffield

Permanent | Full Time

Are you passionate about inspiring young people through sport, physical activity, and healthy competition?

At Astrea Academy Sheffield, we believe PE is about far more than physical fitness. It's about building confidence, resilience, teamwork, leadership, and a lifelong love of being active. We are seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic Teacher of PE to join our team and help shape exceptional experiences and outcomes for our scholars.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or at the start of your teaching career, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving academy where high expectations, strong relationships, and exceptional teaching enable every scholar to succeed.

About Astrea Academy Sheffield

Astrea Academy Sheffield is a vibrant and ambitious all-through academy serving a diverse community of scholars. We are committed to delivering a knowledge-rich education, fostering character development, and ensuring every young person is equipped to thrive in the next stage of their education and beyond.

As part of the Astrea Academy Trust, we are united by a shared mission to provide an exceptional education for every child, regardless of background or circumstance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and challenging PE lessons that inspire all scholars to participate, achieve and excel.
• Create a positive learning environment where scholars develop confidence, teamwork, resilience and a passion for physical activity.
• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching that secures strong progress and outcomes for all learners.
• Use assessment effectively to identify strengths, address misconceptions and support scholars to achieve their potential.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all scholars, including those with SEND and other additional needs.
• Promote high standards of behaviour and establish a calm, safe and purposeful learning environment.
• Support the wider sporting life of the academy through extracurricular opportunities, enrichment activities and academy events.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to continuously improve teaching, learning and curriculum delivery.

What We're Looking For

• A talented and motivated teacher with a genuine passion for Physical Education.
• Someone who believes every scholar can achieve great things when given the right support and challenge.
• A practitioner with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to delivering excellent teaching.
• An individual who can inspire participation, raise aspirations, and foster a love of sport and physical activity.
• A team player who is eager to contribute to the wider life and culture of the academy.
• Someone who shares Astrea's commitment to educational excellence and opportunity for all.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education, looking for an opportunity to inspire the next generation, and want to make a lasting impact both inside and outside the classroom, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at [email removed].

Closing Date:
The closing date for applications is 3rd October 2026. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:
Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ communities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Flexible Interview Dates:
Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?

If you're ready to motivate young people, champion healthy lifestyles, and make a difference through the power of sport and education, apply today and become part of our mission to transform lives through exceptional learning.