Join a Leading Trust in Education
Are you passionate about inspiring young people through English language and literature? Join a thriving school in West Sussex that is proud to be part of Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the country’s most respected multi-academy trusts. With 45 schools across the region, TKAT offers exceptional professional development, strong leadership support, and a collaborative network of educators committed to excellence.
About Thomas Bennett Community College
Thomas Bennett Community College is a welcoming and ambitious 11–18 secondary school at the heart of the Crawley community, serving families across the town and the wider West Sussex area. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust, the school combines a strong community ethos with the advantages of a wider network of collaboration and support. With more than 1,200 students, including a thriving sixth form, it provides an inclusive and supportive environment where young people are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school is committed to delivering a high-quality education through a broad and engaging curriculum across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, supported by modern facilities and dedicated colleagues. Strong relationships with parents, local organisations, and the wider community underpin the school’s work, while students are encouraged to demonstrate aspiration, resilience, respect, and pride in both their achievements and their community.
The Role of the Teacher of PE:
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, challenging, and inclusive Physical Education lessons that meet the requirements of the National Curriculum and examination specifications where applicable.
Assess, monitor, record, and report on students' progress, attainment, and participation, using assessment data to inform teaching and support student achievement.
Create a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment that promotes high standards of behaviour, participation, and respect.
Promote students' physical, social, and emotional wellbeing through participation in physical activity, sport, and healthy lifestyle education.
Ensure the safe use, storage, and maintenance of PE equipment and facilities, adhering to relevant health and safety policies and risk assessment procedures.
Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of PE curriculum, schemes of work, and departmental improvement plans.
Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and promote the welfare, safety, and wellbeing of all students in accordance with school policies and statutory guidance.
What We’re Looking For
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience of, or a strong understanding of, teaching Physical Education at Key Stages 3 and 4 (Key Stage 5 experience desirable where applicable)
A passion for Physical Education, sport, and promoting healthy lifestyles, with the ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities
Strong classroom, practical activity, and behaviour management skills, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment
The ability to plan and deliver high-quality lessons that develop students’ physical competence, confidence, teamwork, and resilience
A reflective and collaborative approach to teaching, coaching, and professional development
Commitment to contributing positively to the wider school and Trust community, including extracurricular sport, clubs, fixtures, and enrichment opportunities
A commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and achieving the best possible outcomes for all learners
As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our staff enjoy:
Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust
Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
Generous Pension Scheme: Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
Wellbeing Support: Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme
Family Friendly Leave: Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities
Tailored CPD: Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression
To find out more, visit our website here or contact the school office on 01293 526255 or [email protected]
Our Commitment
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at Kemnal - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
