Head of Physical Education (Primary)

International Schools Partnership Limited; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Relocation allowance

School fee reduction for employees’子

Job summary

Tenby Schools SEP in Malaysia is seeking a Head of Physical Education (Primary) to lead the Primary PE programme and support academic leadership within the ISP group. The role emphasizes safeguarding, staff development, and a learner-centred approach to elevate student outcomes across the primary campus in Kuala Lumpur.

The position requires a solid PE degree, a recognized teaching qualification, and proven leadership of PE in international or primary schools; swimming instruction at all levels

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Physical Education or related field and a teaching qualification (PGCE, Diploma in Education, or equivalent).
• Proven experience teaching and leading PE programmes in a Primary or international school setting.
• Experience teaching swimming at all Primary levels.

Skills

PE leadership

team collaboration

strong communication

safeguarding commitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education

Teaching qualification (PGCE, Diploma in Education, or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

A Great Leadership Opportunity Awaits you in Malaysia

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park, Kuala Lumpur campus is a large 3-18 school located on a green 20-acre site with excellent facilities and offers a welcoming, inclusive, and stimulating place to work. We love learning and we are continually getting better. We are extremely proud to be the flagship school in the region.

We are looking for a Head of Physical Education (Primary) who will join the Primary 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.

About us:

We are a unique campus, home to Tenby International School, which consists of 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 amazing students, aged from 3 to 18 years, and from 38 nationalities. The international school has 1200 students. We celebrate being Asian and combine this with international thinking to create a diverse and exciting campus.

Our Core Values and Behaviours are based on Confidence, Curiosity and Care. We believe in creating “Amazing Learning Experiences” for our communities. Working collaboratively to help children be ready for the world and the contribution they can make locally and globally.

We believe that all students learn through good struggles and this at times needs to be consolidated using a variety of teaching methods. Taking risks, being resilient, and showing creativity and adaptability for all our communities are important in our learning process. Our students go onto some of the top universities in the world and follow a wide variety of future pathways.

Learning is at the heart of everything we do here at Tenby. We are an honest campus and aim to be self-reflective so we can improve together to create “Amazing Learning Experiences” for everyone. We encourage our students to take risks, be resilient, and show creativity and adaptability in the learning process.

We are a member of the prestigious Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA), hold certificates for IPC, Microsoft and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and are one of only 15 schools in Malaysia to hold the Green Flag Award.

About our Group

Tenby Schools SEP is proud to be part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) a fast-growing global schools group in six clusters across the world; Europe, Mexico & Central America, the Middle East, South America, Southeast Asia, and the USA. Our Regional cluster includes other Tenby schools across Malaysia. Our teachers are supported by the school leadership teams and other learning clusters and networks both regionally and globally. We love to talk about learning at all levels, as this is at the core of everything we do!

This is an amazing opportunity for you to develop yourself, take a risk or two, meet other like-minded leaders, share learning practices and work collectively with a local and global team. We even have a global learning hub where you can share learning and leadership ideas so we can get better together.

The Role

We are looking for someone who:

• Puts children at the heart of everything they do and cares about their wellbeing. Have a passion for Primary PE.
• 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 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.
• Has expereince of teaching swimming at all Primary levels.
• Is someone who recognises and rewards excellent learning
• Is a strong communicator, who is 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.

The closing date is 31st August 2026 but interested candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as interviews may be arranged before the deadline.

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well‑being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Responsibilities

Academic and Pedagogical Leadership

• Design, implement, and oversee the Primary academic program.
• Ensure effective delivery of the curriculum and pedagogical methodologies.
• Promote innovative, student-centered teaching practices.
• Analyze academic results and establish continuous improvement plans.

Teaching Staff Management

• Coordinate, mentor, and evaluate the Primary teaching team.
• Identify professional development needs and support ongoing training.
• Lead pedagogical meetings and foster collaborative teamwork.
• Participate in the recruitment and induction of new teaching staff.

Student Monitoring

• Oversee students’ academic, social, and emotional progress.
• Implement support strategies for students with specific learning needs.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Coordinate behavior management and wellbeing strategies.

Family Engagement

• Maintain effective and timely communication with parents and guardians.
• Participate in parent meetings, conferences, and school events.
• Address and follow up on concerns or significant situations. Administrative Management
• Prepare academic and performance reports for the Primary section.
• Coordinate timetables, assessments, and school activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and educational regulations.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification or license, as required by local regulations.
• Minimum of X years of teaching experience in Primary Education.
• Experience in bilingual or international schools is an advantage.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Sound knowledge of child development and age‑appropriate teaching methodologies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and assessment skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively as part of a teaching team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and student‑centered learning.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect.

Operate effectively.

Are financially responsible.

Learn continuously.

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.