Head of Physical Education (Primary)

International Schools Partnership; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education provider is seeking a Head of Physical Education (Primary) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role focuses on guiding and inspiring students and colleagues, emphasizing student wellbeing and teacher development. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Physical Education and teaching qualifications. The position offers great employee benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous contributions to Employee Provident Fund (EPF)

Medical coverage

Relocation allowance

School fee reduction for children

Medical insurance

Annual flight allowance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in improving student outcomes in physical education.
• Possess a teaching qualification such as PGCE or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching and leading PE programmes in a primary or international school.

Responsibilities

• Guide the Primary International Section in physical education.
• Support and develop colleagues in their roles.
• Ensure children's wellbeing is prioritized.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Leadership skills

Communication

Teaching Physical Education

Commitment to professional development

Education

Degree in Physical Education or related field

Job description

A Great Leadership Opportunity Awaits you in Malaysia

We are looking for a Head of Physical Education (Primary) who will join the Primary International Section to guide the school and work with colleagues to take us to the next level. Passion for learning and knowledge of factors that affect learning are essential.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

We care about the whole community, young people and adults. Our priority is the safety and wellbeing of our community. Everyone is responsible for safeguarding our children and we have a culture of safeguarding training in all our schools. Safe recruitment practices are aligned with recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. All appointments are subject to interview, identity checks, criminal record checks and successful references.

About Us

Tenby International School is a unique campus with a Primary and Secondary School (IPC, National Curriculum for England, CIE, IGCSE, and A Level) and a Malaysian Private School, Sekolah Sri Tenby (Malaysian National Curriculum). The campus welcomes almost 2000 students aged 3 to 18 years from 38 nationalities. We celebrate being Asian and combine this with international thinking to create a diverse and exciting campus.

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 Head of Physical Education (Primary) 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 a minimum degree in Physical Education, or a related field, and possess a teaching qualification (PGCE, Diploma in Education, or equivalent).
• Has proven experience teaching and leading PE programmes in a Primary or international school setting.
• Recognises and rewards excellent learning.
• Is a strong communicator, personable, caring and passionate with high expectations of themselves and others. You want to get better.
• 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 the 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).

(Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add tenby.edu.my to your safe senders list. Only applicants short‑listed for an interview will be notified.)