Teacher in Sport & Leisure (2025/CS116)
Posted 40 minutes 29 seconds ago by East Durham College
Willerby Grove Campus, Peterlee, Durham , SR8 2RN
Contract Type: Part Time
Are you passionate about sport and inspiring the next generation of athletes, coaches and fitness professionals? East Durham College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Teacher in Sport to join our dedicated curriculum team.
In this rewarding role, you will deliver engaging and ambitious sport programmes across a range of levels, helping students develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for future success. You will play a key role in curriculum delivery, student progress, assessment, quality assurance and course leadership responsibilities.
What you'll do- Deliver high-quality, engaging sport lessons using a variety of teaching methods and technologies.
- Support and motivate students to achieve their academic and career goals.
- Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate records.
- Lead and coordinate assigned programmes, including assessment and quality processes.
- Contribute to innovative curriculum development aligned with industry needs.
- Build positive relationships with employers, schools, parents and other stakeholders.
- Support open events, interviews and student recruitment activities.
- Degree or industry-recognised qualification in Sport.
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
- Significant industry experience within the sport sector.
- Experience delivering formal education programmes and assessing learner achievement.
- Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.
- Commitment to professional development and outstanding student outcomes.
At East Durham College, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering exceptional education and creating opportunities for learners to succeed. We offer a supportive environment where innovation, collaboration and professional growth are encouraged.
What we offer:- 45 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
- Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 28.68% employer contributions.
- Access to a Cash Healthcare Plan.
- Heavily discounted Gym Membership.
- Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave.
- 3 days paid emergency leave per year.
- Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs.
- Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
- Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon.
- Free onsite parking.
- On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa).
- Cycle to work scheme and much more.
- Access to free Beamish Tickets.
Now is the perfect time to become part of our fantastic team at East Durham College! With recent investments enhancing our already outstanding teaching facilities and further development on the horizon, the College offers an excellent environment for both staff and students. We take pride in providing access to education for all, offering clear pathways through various stages of learning with a strong focus on employment opportunities across the North East region. We're also thrilled to have earned our fifth consecutive 'GOOD' rating from Ofsted.
East Durham College operates across three campuses, delivering a wide range of courses from general further education and A-Levels to specialist land-based and technical programs, ensuring there is something for everyone. As a team member, you'll enjoy a generous holiday entitlement, Local Government or Teachers Pensions, free gym access (Willerby Grove Campus), free parking, and much more.
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our dynamic workforce.
As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, East Durham College operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria, as part of our status as a Disability Confident Employer.
At East Durham College, we uphold Safer Recruitment and Keeping Children Safe in Education standards. This role requires an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improves performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible.
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