Key Role Information

Salary
£34,069.00 (M1) - £52,835.00 (UPS3) - Actual Salary for 0.6 FTE (19.5 hours per week) = £20,441.40 (M1) - £31,701.00 (UPS3)
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
16/11/2026 08:00
Interview
20 November 2026
Pay grade
L.E.A.D Main Pay Range | M1 - M6
Department
Teachers
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
19.50
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Part Time Maternity Cover (Fixed Term)

19.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)

Salary: £20,441.40 (M1) - £31,701.00 (UPS3)


About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover) to join the team at The Birley Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young people through high-quality PE teaching, promoting participation, achievement and a lifelong appreciation of physical activity and sport. You will deliver engaging, well-planned lessons, maintain high expectations for all students and contribute positively to the wider life of the academy, helping every learner to achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive and ambitious environment. 

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a qualified teacher with QTS who is passionate about delivering outstanding learning experiences and securing excellent outcomes for students. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong subject knowledge, effective behaviour management, excellent classroom practice and the ability to adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners. You will be committed to safeguarding, inclusion and collaboration, with the enthusiasm, resilience and professionalism needed to make a positive difference to young people's lives. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an early career teacher, you will share our high expectations and commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

At The Birley Academy, we are proud to be a positive, ambitious and community-focused school where staff are supported to thrive professionally and personally. Guided by our values of Respect, Kindness, Courage, Integrity and Ambition, we are committed to creating an environment where both students and staff can be their best. As part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, you will benefit from high-quality CPD through the Teaching School Hub, access to a wide network of colleagues and career development opportunities, alongside an excellent range of staff benefits including membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, online GP access and wellbeing support. Join us and help make Birley a brilliant place to learn and work.

Qualifications

Degree in a relevant subjectessential
Qualified Teacher Statusessential

About Us

At the Birley Academy our vision is simple – we challenge ourselves and each other to be our best selves, demonstrating our school values every day, in all situations.


The Birley Academy

HR Team

hr@birleysecondaryacademy.co.uk

The Birley Academy
Birley Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S12 3BP

Safeguarding Information

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.