Primary PE Teacher

• Full-time
• Primary School
• Croydon
• Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Primary PE Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher with a passion for physical education to inspire pupils to develop confidence, teamwork and a lifelong love of sport and physical activity.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality PE lessons across the primary age range, planning engaging activities that develop pupils' physical skills, fitness and understanding of healthy lifestyles.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and school leaders to promote participation in sport, organise extracurricular activities and contribute to the wider life of the school.

The school is looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching PE within a primary setting.
• Can deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across a range of sports and activities.
• Has high expectations for participation, behaviour and achievement.
• Is enthusiastic, organised and able to motivate young learners.
• Can contribute to extracurricular clubs, competitions and sporting events.

The School

This successful and inclusive primary school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that supports pupils' academic, physical and personal development. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative working practices and excellent opportunities for professional growth.

To apply for this role you must:

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification.
• Have experience teaching PE within a primary setting.
• Be committed to promoting health, wellbeing and positive participation in sport.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.

 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.