Physical Education Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Mahikeng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

The International School of South Africa seeks a Physical Education Teacher to start on January 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will possess the requisite teaching qualifications, SACE registration, and a passion for sports development. This role includes teaching Physical Education and coaching various sports, contributing to the school's vibrant extramural programme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Attractive fringe benefits including accommodation

Qualifications

• Ability to teach Physical Education to primary and senior students.
• Knowledge of IEB / Cambridge Curriculum is advantageous.
• Track record of excellence and passion for sports development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Education to students in both primary and senior school.
• Coach various sporting disciplines and contribute to the extramural sports programme.
• Participate in the development of sport and children.

Skills

Coaching

Physical Education

Child Development

Education

Teaching Qualifications

SACE Registration

Job description

The International School of South Africa is an independent Primary and Senior Boarding School situated on a large, superbly landscaped estate in Mahikeng, North West Province. It offers excellent teaching, residential, sporting, and cultural facilities. The School offers a dual Curriculum: the IEB (Independent Examination Board) for Grades 10 to 12 and the Cambridge International Curriculum from Primary School through to High School. Both Curricula provide an excellent academic grounding for tertiary education and beyond.

Applications are invited for the following positions at the School:

Physical Education Teacher

Start Date: 1 January 2026

Requirements:

• The requisite academic and teaching qualifications
• SACE Registration
• The ability to teach Physical Education to both primary and senior School students
• Ability to coach various sporting disciplines
• Willingness to participate and contribute to the whole school’s extramural sports programme
• A track record of excellence and a strong passion for the development of sport and children
• Knowledge of the IEB / Cambridge Curriculum would be an added advantage
• Have a clearance certificate from the Child Protection Department or be willing to submit for one.

The school offers a competitive salary and an attractive range of fringe benefits, which may include accommodation.

A letter of application accompanied by a full CV, together with three references and a police clearance certificate, should be sent to:

International School of South Africa, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

The School’s Board of Governors reserves the right to waive an appointment should a suitable candidate not be identified. Only those candidates shortlisted for these positions will be notified.