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Cognita has entered into a partnership with Alleyn’s to create two leading independent day schools in north London. Alleyn’s is south London’s finest co‑educational day school, consistently placed within the top London schools for academic achievement and winner of the Independent Co‑educational School of the Year Award 2025. Cognita’s flagship London schools, North Bridge House Regent’s Park and North Bridge House Hampstead, form part of the new Alleyn’s Schools Group. Alleyn’s Regent’s Park opened in September 2025 and Alleyn’s Hampstead is opening in September 2026. Alleyn’s Regent’s Park is located in a historic former convent on the edge of Regent’s Park and educates children aged 4 to 13. The school draws pupils from across north London from Finchley to Chelsea and Wembley to Hackney and is very well connected with Camden Town on the northern line, just a five‑minute walk away.

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries – in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East – serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated PE Teacher – Early Years Specialist – to deliver high‑quality physical education to pupils from Nursery to Year 2. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging, play‑based lessons that develop physical literacy, coordination, balance, agility and spatial awareness, while fostering teamwork and a lifelong love of movement. You will establish clear routines that encourage independence, respect and safety; assess and monitor pupil progress with constructive feedback; and work collaboratively with classroom teachers to align physical learning with Early Years development goals. Additionally, you will organise and support Pre‑Prep sports days, events and extracurricular activities, ensure the safe and efficient maintenance of equipment, and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, behaviour and pastoral care within a nurturing learning environment.

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The ideal candidate will have experience teaching or supporting Early Years or Key Stage 1 pupils, with a proven ability to deliver inclusive and engaging physical education lessons. They will hold a relevant teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE or equivalent) and demonstrate ongoing professional development in Early Years education or PE. A strong understanding of Early Years physical development is essential, along with the ability to plan creative, inclusive lessons that actively engage young learners. Excellent communication skills, effective behaviour management strategies, and a warm, patient and nurturing approach are key. The successful candidate will be committed to promoting active lifestyles, developing pupils’ physical confidence, and building supportive, collaborative relationships with pupils, staff and families.

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Teacher’s Pension
• Free lunch during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays
• School fee discount
• Access to exclusive third‑party discounts
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 28th December 2025

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders are included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.