PE and Outdoor Education Instructor

Job description

At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work 

Job Title:  PE and Outdoor Education Instructor
Location:  Hemlock Stone School, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG9 8GA
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:      £28,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Could you help young people discover what they can do, build confidence and enjoy being active? We’re looking for a dedicated, caring PE and Outdoor Education Instructor to create positive experiences through sport, physical activity and outdoor learning.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils who may have additional needs or have faced barriers to learning. You’ll encourage each young person to take part, recognise their progress and develop skills at their own pace. By combining enthusiasm with patience and clear guidance, you’ll help pupils feel safe, included and proud of what they achieve.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and lead stimulating PE, sport and outdoor learning sessions.
• Adapt activities, equipment and instructions to support individual learning and physical needs.
• Promote teamwork, communication, resilience, confidence and healthy choices.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils understand boundaries and expectations.
• Monitor participation and progress, sharing relevant observations with colleagues.
• Work closely with teaching and support staff to make activities safe, inclusive and consistent with pupils’ wider plans.
• Set up, check and put away equipment, following appropriate safety procedures.
• Contribute to a welcoming environment where pupils are treated with dignity and respect

What You'll Bring

• Experience, training or a strong interest in PE, sport, coaching or outdoor education.
• Clear communication and the ability to build positive, professional relationships.
• Good organisation and the confidence to take responsibility for planning and equipment.
• A flexible, patient approach and a belief that every young person can make progress.
• A commitment to keeping children and vulnerable people safe and promoting their wellbeing.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford, Nottinghamshire opened in March 2026, and caters for up to 66 students, providing a specialist learning environment for young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Complex Needs.

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.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

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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