Location: Ilford, East London
Pay: £90–£105 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm
Working days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Contract: Part-time, term-time
Start date: September 2026
Strike Education is looking for an enthusiastic and reliable PE Teacher or experienced Sports Coach to deliver high-quality physical education within a primary school in Ilford.
This is a part-time role working three days per week during term time. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive and well-structured PE lessons to pupils across the primary age range.
You will join a supportive organisation with extensive experience delivering PE, school sport, mentoring and educational programmes across primary, secondary, SEND and alternative provision settings.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver engaging curriculum-based PE lessons following the schools existing PE curriculum
- Teach pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
- Adapt sessions to meet different ages, abilities and additional needs.
- Create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Support pupils to develop confidence, teamwork, communication and physical skills.
- Manage behaviour effectively and follow the school’s policies and procedures.
- Assess pupil progress and provide feedback to the school.
- Set up, use and safely store sports equipment.
- Work closely with school staff and the Strike Education team.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism and punctuality.
The ideal candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience delivering PE or sports sessions to primary-aged children.
- Is confident leading full classes independently.
- Has strong communication and behaviour-management skills.
- Can deliver a range of sports and physical activities.
- Is dependable, organised and professional.
- Understands the importance of inclusion and adapting activities for individual needs.
- Is passionate about helping children enjoy being active.
A relevant qualification in sports coaching, physical education or teaching would be beneficial. Applications are welcomed from qualified teachers, sports coaches, PE specialists and individuals with strong school-based coaching experience.
Essential requirements
- Experience working with children in a school, sports or educational setting.
- A recognised sports coaching, PE or teaching qualification.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding.
- The ability to provide suitable professional references.
- An enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new DBS check.
- The right to work in the UK.
- Availability every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from September 2026.
Desirable experience
- Experience delivering the primary PE curriculum.
- Experience working across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
- SEND or SEMH experience.
- Paediatric first-aid training.
- Additional National Governing Body coaching qualifications.
What we offer
- Competitive daily pay of £90–£105.
- Consistent school-based work three days per week.
- Term-time working hours
- Support from an experienced education and sports delivery team.
- Training and professional-development opportunities.
- Potential opportunities for additional school, community and holiday-camp work.
About Strike Education
Strike Education provides specialist PE teaching, PPA cover, sports coaching, mentoring, wraparound care and alternative education support to schools across Essex, London and Hertfordshire.
Our team includes experienced PE teachers, coaches and educational practitioners who understand that successful school sport is about more than simply delivering activities. We focus on creating safe, structured and positive environments where every young person can participate, develop and succeed.
Application process
Please apply with your CV and a short supporting statement explaining your experience working with primary-aged children and why you would be suitable for the role.
Strike Group Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to safer-recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, identity and right-to-work checks, suitable references and verification of relevant qualifications.
Job types: Part-time, fixed-term or permanent depending on the school contract
Expected working days: 3 days per week
Expected hours: Approximately 21 hours per week
Salary: £90–£105 per day
Pay: £90.00-£105.00 per day
Work Location: In person
