Job Description

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER (MATERNITY COVER)


Sybil Andrews Academy


Teacher of Physical Education


Salary: MPS/UPS


Start date: November 2025


Contract Type: 0.8 FTE, Temporary Maternity Cover



We are seeking a teacher of PE (Maternity Cover) with a commitment to achieving the highest outcomes for all pupils. Sybil Andrews Academy is part of Unity Schools Partnership. We invite you to join us and leave a lasting legacy across the school.


Our core aims and values are:-

Making a difference to the lives of young people Being a great place to work where colleagues are valued, supported and encouraged to grow A school which seeks to challenge itself A school which embraces creativity, innovation and change driven by all colleagues.


So, what's in it for you?

Job satisfaction through making a positive impact on our student's lives Friendly and supportive working environment Supportive and positive management Investment in your training and development Opportunity for career progression in our school or across the trust. Wellbeing support service and staff wellbeing day

The school currently has 650 students. The school is just north of Bury St Edmunds and is a university style campus. The MAT is a Teaching Research school. CPD opportunities are widely available and actively encouraged across the Trust schools.


If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application, please contact Mrs Gethin, Head of Department on 01284 413400 or email rgethin@sybilandrewsacademy.co.uk


Closing Date: 09:00am 14th July 2025 (This advert may close earlier than this date, please apply as soon as possible)


Interview Date: TBC



Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.


In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.


Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.


We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you'd prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we'll facilitate this wherever we can - whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We're keen to ensure we're designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.





CLOSING DATE


2025-07-14