Physical Education Teacher (April 2025 or sooner)

Sri KDU International School Klang is looking to appoint an innovative and dynamic Physical Education Teacher to join our talented, energetic, and friendly school in April 2025 or sooner.

The school is an ambitious co-ed Primary and Secondary school on a modern and spacious campus. We deliver the Cambridge Curriculum culminating in IGCSEs for our older learners at the age of 16.

We are part of the XCL Education group of schools with 7 campuses across Malaysia.

School Vision & Mission

Vision Statement: To be a vibrant, international and future-minded community of safe, happy, and successful learners.

Mission Statement: To empower a diverse and inclusive community of safe, happy and successful learners who aspire to positively impact others

International School in Klang | Sri KDU Klang

About the Role

A clear focus on learning is the foundation stone of Sri KDU teacher standards, which guide and inform our approach across the age range. We are inviting applications from teachers who are fully aligned with this ethos and demonstrate the following:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Role Specific:

• Teach Physical Education to children in the range of EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) to Year 11, ensuring that the curriculum aligns with the development stages of the students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for physical education that accommodates the diverse abilities and needs of all students, including those with special requirements.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive physical education curriculum that promotes physical fitness, motor skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Encourage students to participate in a variety of physical activities, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.
• Organise and oversee sporting events, competitions, and tournaments within the school, helping to create a culture of competitiveness and sportsmanship.
• Identify and nurture students' athletic talents and interests, providing opportunities for them to excel in various sports.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to integrate physical education into co-curricular activities, emphasising the importance of physical health and well-being.
• Participate in coaching and mentoring students in various sports teams, helping them to develop their skills and reach their full potential.
• Promote an understanding of the benefits of sports and physical activity, both within the school community and beyond, including through community engagement and partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• A degree in Physical Education, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for teaching.
• Willingness to work outside of conventional school hours to lead sporting events.

Desirable

• Experience working in a UK school or British-curriculum international school.
• Proven experience teaching PE at both Primary & Secondary levels.
• Ability to offer swimming instruction.
• Experience organising school-hosted sports events
• Experience in delivering outstanding results at GCSE or IGCSE Physical Education

SRI KDU teachers: 

• Are skilled and effective users of assessment for supporting and developing learning. 
• Use a range of assessment strategies and data to inform their appraisal of students’ progress, which aids their planning, and reporting of student progress and to design appropriate intervention and support. 
• Appreciate the different perspectives and beliefs of people from different countries,
• cultures, religions and languages. 
• Show politeness, respect, kindness and concern.  
• Promote these values so that they permeate every aspect of the school. 
• Recognise the importance of developing our students to be ethical global citizens. 
• Want each pupil to develop a sense of self-worth, knowing the difference between right and wrong and doing the right thing when it comes to making choices.  
• Are given access to top-quality professional learning. 
• Participate collaboratively with colleagues to improve their practice. 
• Hold themselves accountable to the highest professional standards in their interactions with colleagues, students and parents. 

How to Apply

Successful applicants will be enthusiastic about the ethos and values of XCL International and Sri KDU Schools. A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the chosen candidate. To apply for this post, please click the ‘Apply’ button on this page to submit your application.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt, and we reserve the right to make an early appointment. Interviews may take place in Kuala Lumpur or online.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include referee contact details including telephone number and professional email address (personal email addresses such as Gmail cannot be accepted)

Safeguarding Statement

XCL education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We follow safer recruitment practices with specific attention to child protection. Sri KDU employees ensure a secure, stimulating and well-managed learning environment that promotes a sense of safety, support and well-being.

All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references including from your current Head of School, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Malaysian law.

Please ensure your application includes a full work history dating back to formal secondary education with clarification of any gaps in continuity.