About this role
Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover)
Part time 0.6 FTE (up to 1 Year)
MPS/UPS
Required from Sept 2026
NOR 1,620
We seek to appoint an exciting and inspirational teacher, with ambition to achieve the very best possible outcomes for students in Physical Education. This is an exciting opportunity to join an effective and collegiate department, and to teach in a school where teachers are supported and encouraged to thrive and develop. Blatchington Mill School is a superb place to work.
We are an ambitious school and we believe that every child can succeed. If you are a great classroom teacher, a self-reflective practitioner, a highly effective communicator and have ambition to develop your career, then please apply to join us in creating an ‘ethic of excellence’ for all our students.
Blatchington Mill is a ‘Good’ school. We achieve positive value-added in our exam results, stretch our most able, and support our most vulnerable. We innovate in the classroom, placing huge value on teacher-led action research and professional development. We work in partnership with schools locally and nationally and believe in collaboration and school-led improvement.
Our Ofsted report stated that:
‘Pupils are proud to be members of the “Blatch family”. They are polite, friendly and welcoming of visitors. They feel safe and know who to turn to if they have a concern for themselves or for someone else.’
‘The governing body…actively support the school’s ethos of inclusivity and diversity.’
‘Pupils enjoy their lessons.’ ‘...teachers know their pupils well.’
‘Leaders have designed a curriculum that is rich and challenging for all.’
‘Teachers have strong subject knowledge, and this is evidenced through their strong exposition in the classroom.’
‘The curriculum includes a focus on enrichment and extra-curricular activities to inspire and enthuse pupils.’ ‘Pupils appreciate the many opportunities to develop their interests and talents.’
‘Leaders, staff and pupils create a positive