Teacher of Physical Education (Girls)

BEACONHOUSE SCHOOL SYSTEM, MALAYSIA

Teacher of Physical Education (Girls)

Campus : Beaconhouse International School

Job start : September 2019 or earlier

Location : Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Contract type : Full Time

Contract term : Fixed Term – 2 years, renewable

We are seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Physical Education teacher to join our motivated team. The successful candidate will join a creative and supportive department, playing a key role in delivering physical education within the school. All our teaching staff are expected to be fully involved in the extra-curricular life of the school.

This is an exciting time to join Beaconhouse Malaysia and we welcome applications from experienced teachers and those who are perhaps looking for an opportunity to secure their initial overseas position. 

Ideal candidates will be well qualified physical education teachers with a sound knowledge and understanding of effective teaching of a variety of sports within both Primary and Secondary levels. Candidates should should also have experience of coaching school teams. They should also have experience teaching IGCSE PE.

Description

Beaconhouse Schools are located in a popular area of Kuala Lumpur. We offer a broad and balanced education that recognises the importance of academic success without underestimating the role that education plays in helping pupils to develop a wider understanding of themselves and others. 

Our curriculum is based upon the Cambridge International Curriculum and is supplemented by the UK National Curriculum but also reflects the local needs of our student body. External Examinations are available at IGCSE level in several subjects and student progression is supported by Checkpoint tests in years 6 and 9. 

The Role

We invite dedicated and suitably qualified candidates to join us as a Teacher of Physical Education, the ideal candidate will: 

· possess the ability to inspire, motivate, challenge, support and empower students in their care

· be committed to raising the standards of attainment and progress students make in all aspects of physical education and sport, at all levels

· demonstrate a proven track record of raising attainment and will have successful experience of teaching physical education in a variety of setting including team level. 

· demonstrate a proven track record of raising attainment at IGCSE 

· be willing to contribute to wider school initiatives and the curriculum 

Contract

The initial contract will be for two years renewable by negotiation on its completion.

Interviews

Short listed candidates will be initially interviewed via Skype or in person depending on location.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send in a letter of application including the reasons for applying to Beaconhouse Malaysia together with a comprehensive CV, a recent passport-size photograph and contact details of three referees (one of which must be from your current or most recent school) to the tnatkinson@beaconhouse.edu.my and nicki.coombs@beaconhouse.edu.my

Beaconhouse Malaysia reserves the right to employ before the advertised deadline. It is therefore essential that you send applications as soon as possible. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all offers of employment are subject to a criminal record check (DBS or equivalent)

(We thank all applicants for their expressed interest; however, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.)