Teacher of Physical Education (PE)

The Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS)- Tanjung Bungah Campus, opened in September 2019, on Penang Island, Malaysia offers teachers an exciting opportunity to shape and develop an outstanding school. We offer a high-quality, broad education for children aged 3 to 13 years old and our context relevant version of the English National Curriculum aims to meet the needs of our local and international communities.  

The Prince of Wales Island International School is committed to providing an excellent, holistic education for its students, ensuring its teachers work in a supportive environment which values professional competency, collaboration and personal development. Truth, Wisdom, Integrity and Kindness are tenets to which we hold ourselves and all in our community accountable.

Applications are invited from excellent PE teachers who are committed to implementing an exciting PE curriculum and extra-curricular activities programme across the School. They should be highly resourceful, forward-thinking professionals and accomplished sportspeople, who are passionate about learning and this aspect of school life. The successful candidate will be able to utilise a well-equipped multi-purpose indoor space, Astroturf pitch, dance studio and 25m swimming pool.

At least three years’ teaching experience is required in the U.K. or overseas regardless of nationality, as is a proven track record in organising extra-curricular activities, coaching and managing school teams and hosting inter-school sports events. All applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in education, or a first bachelor’s degree plus a post-graduate qualification in education (i.e. PGCE).

Teachers receive a fully competitive overseas benefits package, including salary, flight allowance, accommodation allowance, inbound and outbound freight allowance, health coverage and tuition fees for up to two children at the school.

To apply for the position, lodge your application online by Sunday 29th January 2023. For further details about the Prince of Wales Island International Primary School, visit the school’s website at www.powiisprimary.edu.my

The Prince of Wales Island International Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and 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.