The Importance of PE Teachers In Education 

Physical Education (PE) teachers play a vital role in the physical and mental wellbeing of pupils in our schools. They help pupils develop life-skills and encourage a lifelong love of sports. In this article we break down reasons why sport is so crucial within the education sector and the benefits of sports training programmes. 

The Importance of PE lessons 

Exercising regularly is known to have many physical and mental benefits for children and adults alike. Here are some ways that PE plays a role in improving pupils’ experience in school: 

Improved behaviour 

The UK Education system is currently experiencing a behaviour crisis, with 76% of teachers reporting misbehaviour stopping or interrupting a lesson in 2023, an increase from 64% in 2022. Allowing pupils to have fun and release their energy in PE class can help to improve their focus and overall behaviour in the classroom. 

Improved mental health 

Exercising can be a tool to improve mental health. It supports self-esteem, helps to release stress, and causes a chemical change in the brain that positively affects mood. Through regular PE classes your school will have happier healthier pupils. 

The importance of qualified PE Teachers 

Like any teaching position, having the right level of qualification as a PE teacher is vital for ensuring that pupils get the best quality physical education as possible. PE qualifications include a deeper understanding of biology and physical health, alongside teaching techniques and how to support pupil wellbeing.  

LMP Education’s Teaching Assistant Sports Pathway programme 

LMP Education offers a unique Sports Pathway for those who are currently working as a Teaching Assistant or are looking to get into the field and become PE Teachers or Sports Coaches. This funded training programme is available for schools to either hire new staff members or upskill existing staff. 

This programme offers a Level 3 Teaching qualification and has an embedded coaching qualification as part of the learning. In the programme Teaching Assistants will promote self-belief, social inclusion and high self-esteem which will play an integral part to pupils’ wellbeing. 

Finn Winterbottom is a Sports Teaching Assistant at Oasis Clarksfield, watch his story:

Learn more about the TA Sports Pathway. 

If you are interested in hiring a new member of staff through the programme, or upskilling existing staff, book a discovery call with the LMP Education Team.