Teacher of PE - Head of Netball (Maternity Cover)
Full Time
Competitive salary plus benefits
For September 2026
Notting Hill & Ealing High School, one of London’s leading independent girls’ day schools, has an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Teacher of PE - Head of Netball (Maternity Cover) to contribute further and support in the running of a flourishing PE Department in both its curricular and extra-curricular activities.
We are looking for a well-qualified Teacher of PE with a passion for netball and excellent subject knowledge. If you are a good communicator who can enthuse and inspire both pupils and colleagues and have exciting ideas about the teaching of Sport and the ways in which it can be further developed and encouraged, we would be delighted to hear from you. An ability to teach GCSE Physical Education would be desirable within a growing and ambitious department.
Teaching at NHEHS
‘’Teaching sport at NHEHS is about working in a supportive and ambitious department, offering clear performance pathways for those striving for excellence, and helping every student to find enjoyment, confidence and a lifelong love of sport. Working here is exactly what I hoped teaching physical education would be like when I entered the profession’’
- Head of Department
About the School
NHEHS is a leading academic day school. Our girls are ambitious, bright, enthusiastic and eager to learn and we offer a warm and supportive community. We occupy a site in suburban, leafy, west Ealing with excellent transport links. As part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
36-week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2-week half term in the Autumn
Normal teaching hours between 08:20 and 15:45 (depending on timetable for part-time staff)
Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
Free life assurance benefit
Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24-hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
In-school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga and access to the school gym
Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
A Cycle to Work scheme
Further information about this position is available by clicking the apply button.
Closing date: Monday 16th March 2026 (12pm) early applications are welcomed.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 19th March 2026 but early interviews may be conducted.
NHEHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. Applications will be considered only from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.