Job Description

Hampton Gardens School

England
32,916 - 59,657 per year

Salary:

MPS/UPS + TLR 2c

Job type:

Full Time, Maternity Cover

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

20 October 2025

Job overview

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We are seeking a full-time Teacher of PE and Dance to join our dynamic and supportive team on a maternity cover basis from January 2026. In addition, a Head of Year responsibility (TLR 2C) is available for the right candidate. Applicants who wish to be considered for this additional leadership role should clearly indicate this in their application.

About the Department


Our PE and Dance department is vibrant and inclusive, offering a wide range of team and individual sports at Key Stage 3 and 4, including rugby, football, table tennis, netball, dance, basketball, handball, badminton, volleyball, gymnastics, trampolining, cricket, tennis, athletics and rounders.





At Key Stage 5, students can continue their studies with vocational Level 3 qualifications in Dance and Sport & Physical Activity. GCSE PE is also available via our shared Sixth Form with Hampton College.

Our extra-curricular programme is extensive, with lunchtime and after-school clubs, interform competitions, and partnerships with external coaches including Cricket East, Peterborough United, GB Talent ID Rowing, and Table Tennis. Department trips have included visits to the Copper Box Arena (Netball Fast5), Spurs Stadium, Silverstone Grand Prix (Dance performance), and Outdoor Adventurous Activities at Grafham Water.

What You'll Be Doing

Teaching PE and Dance across Key Stages 3-5. Delivering a range of examination courses including GCSE, vocational Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications. Supporting and leading extra-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities. Contributing to curriculum development and departmental initiatives. Promoting high standards of behaviour and engagement in lessons and around school. Collaborating with colleagues across departments to support cross-curricular initiatives.

Additional Head of Year Responsibilities Include:

Leading a year group, managing a team of form tutors and a Student Support Officer to support student wellbeing, behaviour, and academic progress.*
Delivering assemblies, overseeing attendance and behaviour, and working closely with families and external agencies to ensure students are supported holistically.*



What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

Well-qualified to teach PE and Dance across all Key Stages. Experienced in delivering a range of qualifications including GCSE PE (OCR), Sports Coaching and Principles (WJEC Eduqas), BTEC Performing Arts - Dance (Pearson), OCR Cambridge Technical (Level 3) in Dance (Performing Arts), and Sport and Physical Activity. Passionate about promoting physical activity and performance. Committed to inclusive practice and supporting students of all abilities. Enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school through clubs, trips and event. A reflective practitioner who is keen to develop professionally.

Head of Year Candidates Will Be

A confident and compassionate leader with experience in pastoral care and team management.*
Someone who can inspire students, uphold high expectations, and contribute to the wider pastoral development of the school.*



How to Apply

If, having read the advertisement, job description and person specification, you are motivated to apply for this position please submit your application via MyNewTerm.

Please complete all sections of the application form. CV's will not be accepted. Your personal statement should outline your relevant experience and why you are a suitable candidate for this role. If you wish to be considered for the Head of Year (TLR 2C) responsibility, please clearly indicate this in your application.


If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit to the school before applying, please contact the HR Team via jobs@hamptonacademiestrust.org.uk


Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

Safeguarding and Recruitment Checks


Hampton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, the school may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our safeguarding due diligence. Where undertaken, this will be limited to information relevant to safeguarding or suitability to work with children and conducted in accordance with UK GDPR.

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About

Hampton Gardens School

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Hampton Gardens School

Hartland Avenue, Hampton Gardens, Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE7 8HR
United Kingdom

+44 1733 246700

Hampton Gardens is an 11-19 free school which opened in September 2017 to an initial intake of 180 Year 7 students. When full, the school will accommodate 1200 students in years 7-11 and 300 students in Sixth Form. Hampton Gardens is part of the Hampton Academies Trust who also run the highly successful and popular Hampton College all-through school,Hampton Lakes Primary School and Dogsthorpe Infant School. HAT schools have very close links and some shared staff.

Head of School

Kevin Ainslie

Executive Headteacher

Dr Helen Price

Values and Vision

Hampton Gardens aims to give students an excellent education by following a well-balanced curriculum. Children will have the opportunity to take advantage of new state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. This includes a 3G all-weather sports pitch.

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