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PE Teacher - Full-time

Greenfields Community Primary School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-3898-121T
  • Posted:15/05/2022
  • Pay:Unqualified teacher/MPS
  • Start Date:September 2022
  • App Close Date:23/05/2022 at 09:00
  • Interviews:Friday 27th May

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This is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to further develop the sporting ethos of the school. We are looking for somebody to build on the strong current practice and ethos to offer the best possible opportunities for our children.

Over the last 5 years, Greenfields has built a strong reputation in the local community as a hub for PE and school sport.  During this time, we have set up netball and football leagues for all primary schools in the Maidstone area, created and run the Kent-Teach Games, run summer football and netball competitions as well as attending all outside competitions.  More details can be found in the sport section of our website.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

  • The teaching and learning of all aspects of Physical Education across school.
  • Teaching swimming to children from Year R to Year 6 (relevant training will be given)
  • Running some extra-curricular clubs.
  • Organising and running events for other local schools.
  • Taking groups of children to external sporting events.
  • Supporting lunch time play.

We can offer you:

  • A supportive leadership and teaching team who truly value the benefits of PE and school sport.
  • Extensive grounds, including 3 netball courts and a field with 3 football pitches and a cricket pitch. We also have a building on the field which can be used as a hub during events.
  • Two school halls which can be used for dance, gymnastics and games.
  • High quality equipment for all areas of the curriculum.
  • Relevant professional development.
  • The scope to further develop the role and make continual improvements to what the school can offer.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and would give you the opportunity to see all school’s facilities and ask any questions about the role.

Information about the school

Greenfields is an oversubscribed one and a half form entry Community Primary School with 3 nursery classes. The school is situated in South Maidstone on a large site with amazing facilities.

We have designed our own curriculum to meet the needs of our children. This includes dedicated enrichment funding and use of the school’s minibuses to bring our curriculum to life e.g. regular trips to London, Harry Potter Studios, chances to explore all areas of Kent and much more!

We have become well known for our dedication to PE and school sport and are proud to have set up sporting opportunities for children across Maidstone. This has been recognised by us receiving the Platinum Sports Award.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and staff and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and online check. Please see the attached Safeguarding policy for our approach and expectation of all staff.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01622 759042

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.