PE ECT

Location Manchester
Discipline: Early Career Teachers
Job type: Short Term
Salary: ££120 - 150 per day
Contact name: Alex Norris

Contact email: alex@coverpeopleuk.co.uk
Job ref: J28061
Published: about 11 hours ago

Secondary Early Career PE Teacher
Location: North Manchester
Position: Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT) – PE
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £120–£150 per day

A supportive and well-regarded secondary school in North Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Teacher (ECT) of PE to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher looking to begin their career in a nurturing and forward-thinking environment.

The school has a strong sporting culture and places a high value on physical education as part of a broad and balanced curriculum. Students are encouraged to participate in a wide range of sports and activities, with excellent facilities and a commitment to promoting teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles. The leadership team is highly supportive, with a clear focus on staff development, wellbeing, and creating a positive learning environment for both students and staff.

This role would suit an ECT who is eager to develop their teaching practice, contribute to extracurricular sport, and benefit from a structured induction programme.

About You:
• Qualified Teacher Status (or due to achieve QTS by September)
• A genuine passion for PE and promoting physical activity
• Confident teaching PE across KS3 and KS4 (with support where needed)
• Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Reflective practitioner who welcomes feedback and professional growth
• Committed to creating an inclusive and active learning environment

Why Join This School?
• Comprehensive ECT induction and mentoring programme
• Supportive and experienced PE department
• Strong focus on professional development and career progression
• Opportunities to lead or support extracurricular sports and clubs
• Inclusive and welcoming school community
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

If you are an ECT looking to secure your first role for September, this could be a fantastic opportunity to begin your teaching career in a school that truly invests in its staff.