PE Teacher
SEMH School - Nantwich

Contract: Full-time, initially fixed-term with the strong possibility of becoming a permanent position for the right person.

This SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) specialist provision in Nantwich is seeking a dedicated PE Teacher who can make a meaningful impact on young people who need stability, understanding, and high-quality teaching.

About the Role

We are looking for a PE Teacher who can:

Deliver engaging, practical, and inclusive PE lessons across KS3-KS4

Support pupils with SEMH needs while thriving as a compassionate PE professional

Work effectively within a caring, trauma-informed team

Maintain high expectations, consistency, and a positive environment

Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs

Model resilience, confidence, and positive behaviour

Build strong and trusting relationships with pupils

This role is full-time with the potential to become permanent for a PE Teacher who demonstrates passion, commitment, and strong impact.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality PE lessons for KS3-KS4 pupils

Create a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment

Promote physical fitness, wellbeing, teamwork, and positive attitudes

Implement behaviour management strategies aligned with SEMH principles

Work closely with pastoral and SEN teams to provide individualised support

Track progress and produce accurate reports

Contribute to wider school life, enrichment activities, and sports programmes

Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and follow school policies

Must-Have Skills & Requirements

Qualified PE Teacher (QTS/QTLS)

Experience teaching KS3-KS4 PE

Strong behaviour management and ability to remain calm under pressure

Understanding of SEMH needs or willingness to learn

Trauma-informed and nurturing approach

High levels of resilience, patience, and flexibility

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Good-to-Have Skills

Experience working in an alternative provision, PRU, or SEMH environment

Training in Team Teach / de-escalation / positive behaviour support

Ability to plan inclusive physical activities for mixed-ability groups

Understanding of therapeutic or wellbeing-informed practices

Experience running sports clubs or extracurricular activities

Nice-to-Have Skills

Coaching qualifications in specific sports

First Aid qualification

Experience supporting pupils with additional SEND needs

Ability to lead whole-school wellbeing or fitness initiatives

Experience delivering outdoor education or off-site PE activities

What the School Offers

Small class sizes

A highly supportive and experienced SEMH team

Ongoing CPD to help you grow within the SEMH sector

The opportunity to secure a permanent position if you excel

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please click Apply by sending your CV. Alternatively, you can contact Helen Davies, Sales Director & Head of SEND, in our Nantwich office