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Job Title: Teacher of Games
Location: Hall School, Wimbledon, SW20 8HF
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent | Term Time
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the School
Hall School Wimbledon is a vibrant, proudly non-selective co-educational day school, offering a contemporary and inclusive education in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Located on a unique campus in the heart of Wimbledon, we are committed to enabling every student to flourish and become an independent learner for life.
Our ethos is rooted in outstanding pastoral care, small class sizes (12-15 students), and a personalised approach to teaching that supports a wide range of abilities. We pride ourselves on our collaborative staff culture and strong relationships across the school community.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Games to join our thriving school community. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing students' sporting skills, physical confidence and enjoyment of sport, helping them to lead active, healthy lifestyles both within and beyond the classroom.
Working closely with colleagues, you will deliver engaging and well-structured Games lessons that encourage participation, teamwork and personal achievement. You will create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels supported, challenged and motivated to reach their potential, regardless of their ability or experience.
As a Teacher of Games, you will:
- Plan and deliver high-quality Games lessons that develop students' sporting skills, knowledge and confidence.
- Foster teamwork, resilience, fair play and a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity.
- Adapt teaching and activities to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND.
- Assess progress effectively and provide constructive feedback to support student development.
- Promote high standards of behaviour, safety and participation during lessons and sporting activities.
- Contribute to the wider sporting life of the school, including fixtures, competitions, enrichment opportunities and school events.
- Support students' personal development through sport and physical education.
- Potentially teach additional subjects, depending on your experience, expertise and the needs of the school.
About You
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated teacher who believes in the positive impact sport can have on a young person's confidence, wellbeing and personal development. You will be an engaging classroom practitioner with high expectations and the ability to inspire students of all abilities to participate, improve and succeed.
The successful candidate will have:
- A genuine enthusiasm for Games and a commitment to promoting participation and achievement in sport.
- Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging, inclusive and well-organised lessons.
- The ability to motivate and inspire students with a wide range of interests, abilities and backgrounds.
- High expectations for student behaviour, effort and achievement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
- A collaborative and flexible approach, contributing positively to the wider life of the school.
- A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
- The ability to help students develop confidence, resilience, independence and a positive attitude towards physical activity.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious school where you can make a meaningful contribution to students' development and play an active role in a vibrant sporting programme.
About Blenheim
Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.
We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.
Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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