PE Teacher - FT & PT

West Somerset College is an inclusive and ambitious school catering for students aged 13 to 18, situated on the edge of the stunning Exmoor National Park. We are committed to providing a rich and varied education, ensuring every student reaches their full potential.

We are seeking both a full time and part time PE Teacher to join our team. As part of the Bridgwater and Taunton College Trust, we believe in putting students first and delivering engaging, inclusive, and high-quality education.

2 positions available Full Time and Part Time (0.5FTE)

Location: West Somerset College

Salary: Qualified Teachers Pay Scale

Anticipated start date: September 2025

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic PE Teacher. The successful candidate will:

• Plan and deliver high-quality, PE lessons.
• Plan and assess engaging lessons that cater to all abilities.
• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students well-being and personal development.

Although previous teaching experience is preferred, we welcome applications from newly qualified teachers (ECTs) who are eager to develop their careers in a supportive environment.

Why Join Us?

• A values-driven Trust focused on ambition, collaboration, and inclusion
• Employee Rewards Scheme including high street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre.
• A Trust-wide staff wellbeing policy
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 13th April 2025.

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.