Director of Sports

Tenby Schools; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Malaysia is seeking a Director of Sports to manage the Physical Education Department. The ideal candidate will lead an inclusive sports programme, coach staff and students, and champion school spirit. This role requires a degree in Sports Science or Physical Education and a teaching qualification. The package includes a competitive salary, medical coverage, and additional benefits such as a relocation allowance and school fee reductions for employee's children.

Benefits

Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)

Medical coverage

Relocation allowance

School fee reduction for children of employees

Flight coverage at contract start and end

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading sports programme.
• Genuine interest in leadership and professional development.
• Commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Physical Education Department.
• Design and lead an inclusive sports programme.
• Organize competitions and community events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Coaching

Sports Programme Design

Education

Degree in Sports Science or Physical Education

Teaching qualification (PGCE, Diploma in Education or equivalent)

Job description

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A Great Leadership Opportunity Awaits you in Malaysia

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park is the flagship campus within the region, serving students aged 3–18 years. Situated on a beautiful, green 20‑acre site with outstanding facilities, our school offers a welcoming, inclusive, and stimulating environment in which to work and grow. We are a caring community dedicated to nurturing the world’s most curious and confident minds.

We are looking for a Director of Sports who will oversee the whole Physical Education Department of International Section to help us guide the school and work with our colleagues to take us to the next level. If you want to be part of our team you will need to be passionate about learning and knowledgeable about the factors that affect learning.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

We care about our whole community, young people and adults. Our priority is the safety and wellbeing of our community and to this end we have rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures that we all must follow. Everyone is responsible for safeguarding our children and we have a culture of safeguarding training in all our schools.

We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Role

We are looking for someone who:

• Puts children at the heart of everything they do and cares about their wellbeing.
• Enjoys being a team player willing to work with, learn from and help develop others.
• Is an inspiring Director of Sports with a proven track record in making students better.
• Has a genuine interest in leadership, getting better at leading and supporting others to improve.
• Is an outstanding teaching practitioner with minimum degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related field and possess a teaching qualification (PGCE, Diploma in Education, or equivalent).
• Has experience in designing and leading a forward‑thinking, inclusive sports programme from Early Years to Secondary.
• Inspire a love for physical fitness, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy living.
• Coach and mentor both staff and students to achieve excellence in competitive and recreational sports.
• Organise thrilling inter‑house and inter‑school competitions, sports festivals, and community events.
• Strengthen partnerships with local and international schools to broaden our competitive platform.
• Oversee the development and management of world‑class facilities, resources, and coaching teams.
• Champion school spirit and pride through sports leadership and participation initiatives.
• Recognises and rewards excellent learning.
• Is a strong communicator, personable, caring and passionate with high expectations of themselves and others.
• Is committed to their own continued professional development and excited about professional learning conversations with like‑minded colleagues.
• Is committed to safeguarding and sees the pastoral responsibilities of a teacher as central to everyone’s role.

In return we offer

• A culture of trust, where all contributions are recognised and respected.
• Passionate, positive, highly skilled, and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of every decision.
• Allocated support through our Leadership Teams to support you in developing an exceptional learning school.
• An embedded whole trust commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.
• A peer network of like‑minded leaders.
• A real commitment to work‑life balance – we remember we are human beings first and educators second!
• Great employee benefits.

The Package

This is a two‑year contract with an option to renew at the end. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
• Medical coverage
• Relocation allowance
• School fee reduction for children of employees
• Medical insurance
• Flight at the beginning and end of the contract and annually on subsequent contracts

Interviews

Initial interviews will be completed through Microsoft Teams. Final interviews may be carried out face‑to‑face whenever possible.

HOW TO APPLY

The closing date is 4th January 2026 but interested candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as interviews may be arranged before the deadline.

Candidates are invited to apply via ISP Careers site and attach a comprehensive CV with a recent passport‑size photograph and contact details of three referees from the latest employers (one of whom must be your current Head of School).

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