Head of Primary

Fondcare Sdn Bhd; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international educational institution in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Head of Primary to lead its school in delivering outstanding educational experiences. This full-time role emphasizes collaborative leadership, student wellbeing, and effective curriculum implementation. Ideal candidates will have a background in primary education and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fee discount for children of employees

Medical outpatient and insurance benefits

Personal Accident insurance coverage

Generous contributions to Employee Provident Fund

Flight and shipping allowance

Accommodation support for two weeks

Qualifications

• Experience as Head of Primary School or senior leadership in a primary setting.
• Experience leading in a school following the UK National Curriculum.
• Willingness to learn and respect diversity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Head of Primary School.
• Oversee curriculum implementation.
• Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing of students and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Education

Qualified primary teacher with a relevant degree

Leadership qualification or Master’s in Education

Job description

Overview

HEAD OF PRIMARY
TENBY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, PENANG

Job starts August 2026. Location: Penang, Malaysia. Contract type: Full Time. Contract term: Fixed Term.

Purpose of Role

To lead the International Primary School and its staff in delivering amazing learning and outstanding success for all students. To be a positive, reflective, and collaborative member of the campus leadership team, contributing to the campus-wide experiences of our students and our learning partnerships.

Tenby International School Penang is located in Tanjung Bungah, Penang, with a state-of-the-art STEAM Engine that brings Robotics, Virtual Reality, Music and Technologies into everyday learning. The school hosts two parallel educational streams: Tenby International School (International Primary Curriculum, the National Curriculum for England and IGCSE) and Sekolah Sri Tenby (Malaysian National Curriculum).

Our campus emphasizes a global perspective, pastoral care, after-school activities, and opportunities such as ILOS, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, and Model United Nations. We are part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) and operate with the Learning.First approach.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Head of Primary School or senior leadership in a primary setting.
• Inspire staff, students, and parents; nurture a safe and caring school ethos.
• Oversee whole-school curriculum implementation, review, and design to deliver amazing learning opportunities and experiences for all students.
• Collaborate with the campus leadership team for the benefit of all students and the wider community.
• Lead safeguarding, safety, and wellbeing of students and staff; ensure awareness of policies and procedures including Keeping Children Safe in Education and Safer Recruitment.
• Utilize data and professional insight to assure the effectiveness of school practice and outcomes.
• Develop relationships based on integrity, honesty, and respect; promote inclusion and diversity.
• Lead on professional development and stay abreast of latest thinking and technologies with strategic, pragmatic implementation.
• Engage in whole-school curriculum implementation, review, and design to continue delivering excellent learning experiences.
• Work with the wider campus leadership team to support the school and community.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Experience as Head of Primary School or senior leadership in a primary setting.
• Experience in an international setting is advantageous but not essential; willingness to learn, respect for diversity, and openness to different experiences are important.
• Qualified primary teacher with a relevant degree (essential). Leadership qualification (e.g., NPQH/NPQSL) or Master’s in Education (desirable).
• Experience leading in a school following the UK National Curriculum with positive outcomes for students.
• Experience in a multilingual environment and knowledge of EAL provision (desirable).
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage staff, students, parents, and the wider school community.
• Ability to lead and maintain a safe, positive school culture and ethos.
• Ability to implement, monitor, and review clear practices that lead to successful outcomes; use data to support effectiveness of school practice.
• Empower teachers to continually improve learning quality in classrooms.
• Capability to lead whole-school curriculum implementation, review, and design.
• Willingness to collaborate with the wider campus leadership team for the benefit of all students.
• Strong relationships based on values of integrity, honesty, and respect.
• Forward-thinking, adaptable to new thinking and technologies while remaining strategic and pragmatic.
• Prioritizes safeguarding and safety of students and staff with knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.

We offer

This is a two-year contract with an option to renew. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Fee discount for children of employees
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits
• Personal Accident insurance coverage
• Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF) up to 23% of salary per annum (11% employee contribution + 12% employer contribution) payable as a lump sum on leaving Malaysia
• Flight and shipping allowance at the beginning and end of the contract
• Support with accommodation for the first two weeks after arrival

Safeguarding and Diversity Commitments

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 vetting procedures, including online due diligence, references, and satisfactory criminal background checks covering the previous 10 years of employment.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening an inclusive culture by 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 characteristics. Candidates who share our vision are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

For more information about Tenby schools please visit www.tenby.edu.my. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date of 23 January 2026. Shortlisted candidates should be available for interview from the final week of January 2026.