Teacher of Physical Education - Maternity - Special Needs Position

Bradfields Academy, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-7042-29T
• Posted:30/04/2026
• Pay:MPS 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352) + SEN 2 £5,497
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:11/05/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:Wk Beg: 18th May

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Part-time (3 days a week/Maternity Cover)

Fortis Trust seeks to appoint an enthusiastic, qualified teacher of Physical Education to join our passionate and high-achieving team on a fixed term contract. This is a three day a week part-time position. The successful candidate will be employed by the trust to work at Bradfields Academy. As a specialist academy there has been an increase in student numbers across all areas of the academy that cater for students with learning needs, autism and communication difficulties. 

The academy remains over-subscribed and is recognised to have high standards. The successful candidate will have the ability to maintain these high standards and drive forward their own unique ideas in helping to develop the provision further. They should be passionate about inspiring young people to lead healthy lifestyles and have strong classroom management and excellent organisational skills.

Bradfields is an all through provision with specialists that teach within subject areas as well as specialists that teach in the primary and more complex provisions. Experience of teaching across the PE curriculum is essential. A good understanding of SEN and the potential barriers to learning would be an advantage.

Applicants should have a clear understanding of effective teaching, raising and sustaining achievement, and the care required to support complex individuals.  They should have a vision and a drive to deliver meaningful and personalised curricula.  Both experienced teachers and those just setting out in their careers would be considered.

The PE Department is an established team that is continually looking to develop. Qualifications are taught at a variety of levels from Entry Level to Level 2 and 3 qualifications. The department has responsibility for PE across all communities and age groups as well as Sports Leadership. The successful candidate will be teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and our 6^th form provision. Experience of teaching primary PE would be an advantage.  

As a member of Fortis Trust, Bradfields staff enjoy all the benefits that working in a trust brings. A variety of employee benefits are also afforded to trust members.

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record check via the DBS system (for Children & Vulnerable Adults).

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Interested candidates are welcome to arrange a visit by contacting Louise Tombs by email louise.tombs@fortistrust.co.uk.

Interested candidates should complete an application form located on the academy website, www.bradfieldsacademy.co.uk

Closing Date:      Monday 11^th May 2026 @ 12.00 pm

Interviews:         Week beginning 18^th May 2026

Bradfields Academy reserves the right to close the application window early should a successful candidate present themselves before the closing date.

Information about the school

Bradfields Academy and Forward2Employment are members of Fortis Trust.

The Trust is a purely educational trust intent on improving opportunities for young people at all levels.

Bradfields Academy provides Special Education for students with Learning Difficulties and associated conditions. It is an Outstanding (OFSTED 2022) provision catering for students from 4-19. Students at Bradfields regularly achieve far in excess of expectation.

Forward2Employment offers young people with an EHCP a pathway to employment through Supported Internships. Application for acceptance to this Specialist Post 16 Institution is available to all students with an EHCP regardless of their current provider.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Louise Tombs
• Address:Bradfields Academy, Churchill Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME5 0LB
• Telephone: +441634683990
• Email: louise.tombs@fortistrust.co.uk

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• Job Description & Person Specification