Job ID: S-U-1195 - Teacher of Dance and Girls’ PE

Are you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area? Join us as a Teacher, where you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success.This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.Welcome from the PrincipalBeing part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.About the DepartmentOur Physical Education Department consists of four teachers. The Department is a combination of experienced staff and more recent entrants to the profession, and is given strategic direction by supportive and determined leaders. We have the benefit of support from the Trust’s team of expert Physical Education Director who provide support, materials, advice, coaching and who model and team-teach in lessons alongside us to develop our expertise. The Department has created a rich and engaging curriculum which has deep roots in teaching for understanding. Our curriculum is differentiated by depth, ensuring all students build firm foundations, develop confidence and retain their learning. Our extra curricular offer is diverse offering students a wide range of opportunities to engage, including discrete dance lessons in KS3 along with various sport disciplines.To view the Teaching Staff Recruitment Booklet, please click here.To view the full job description, please click here.To view the person specification, please click here.If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Ann Jarrett, Business Manager, via email: a.jarrett@cityfields.outwood.comFor more information and to apply online, please click the apply button.Closing date: Midday on 19 May 2026.Interview date: 21 May 2026.Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date or sooner if required.Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.