Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ ST. ANDREW'S INTERNATIONAL PRIMARY SCHOOL
POSITION: P.E TEACHER
Location: Blantyre
OVERVIEW
St. Andrew's International Primary School, Blantyre, Malawi invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Physical Education Teachers to join our British-curriculum school.
The successful candidate will hold a recognised teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, PGCEi, B.Ed) or an equivalent professional qualification in Physical Education or Sports Science. Proven experience teaching PE and leading swimming instruction within a UK or British International School setting is essential. Valid swimming teaching/coaching certification and Lifeguard/CPR/First Aid qualifications are also required.
The successful candidate will:
Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality Physical Education lessons following the updated UK PE curriculum.
Lead swimming instruction, including stroke development, poolside water safety and competitive aquatic galas.
Organise and coordinate sporting events, including sports days, inter-house tournaments and competitive school teams.
Monitor and assess pupils' physical development through Assessment for Learning (AfL) and accurate progress tracking.
Promote safeguarding and student wellbeing, maintaining high standards of child protection and poolside safety.
Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to high standards of teaching and learning, proven sports coaching and event management experience, and a passion for developing pupils' physical abilities within an international school environment.
The school offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, a supportive and collaborative working environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Recruitment Policy: St. Andrew's International Primary School follows safer recruitment practices and reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Only shortlisted candidates will receive notification.
DEADLINE: 1 DECEMBER 2026
Apply soon: recruitment@standrewsmalawi.com
Early applications encouraged.