Part-Time Teacher of Primary Physical Education

UWCSEA has vacancy for August 2026 at its Dover Campus for a part time Teacher of Primary Physical Education (Ages 4 – 11). The successful candidate will be a highly resourceful and forward-thinking collaborator, passionate about delivering an exciting PE curriculum and has recent experience teaching PE as a Concept-based discipline in an International School. The candidate will join a vibrant and successful K-12 PE Department with regular events taking place throughout the year.  Please note that to apply for this role, you must have an internationally recognised qualification and reside in Singapore. You must also be readily available from August 2026.  Main Responsibilities• Take responsibility for Primary School (PS) PE & swimming classes, supporting, nurturing and taking a genuine interest in the holistic development of all children. • Assist in the planning and implementation of a PE programme that supports and encourages the development and growth of the learner's skills, knowledge and understanding of health, physical well-being and game play; ensuring an inclusive teaching approach with appropriate differentiation. • Contribute to the implementation and review of the PS PE curriculum and resources, in liaison with the Head of PS PE. • Employ a wide variety of learning and teaching strategies including the use of new technologies to make learning visible, effective and enjoyable.  • Be supportive of a child-centred approach to learning, able to nurture high levels of student agency. • Explore and develop meaningful interdisciplinary opportunities with the Primary teaching community. • Maintain student records as required; assess, observe, record and report on student progress, including various approaches to reporting to parents. • Ensure excellent lines of communication with parents through online learning platforms as well as face to face. • Explore, and support meaningful links with local service and Global Concerns in the Primary School. • Work in partnership with the Head of PS PE and Primary Head of Grades, by taking an active role in coordinating events for Infant and Junior students; for example, Morning of Sports, Swimming Galas, Learning Shares etc. • Oversee PE resource and equipment procurement and maintenance, in partnership with the Head of PS PE • Direct the Teaching Assistants in PE. • Provide a safe and nurturing environment for students and follow up with students and parents to alert them to any challenges and to celebrate successes. • A swimming background with a relevant qualification and experience is required; especially with younger children. • Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents, and to build strong relationships with all members of the school community. • Attend educational visits; residential and day trips as required. • Be genuinely interested in making a positive and proactive contribution to the wider life of the school. • Assist with any other duties, tasks or jobs as may be reasonably requested by the Principal.  Expectations and Standards• Follow the UWCSEA Professional Code of Conducthttps://drive.google.com/file/d/13bs54xzI8EKebZ0_FpHsk3LndGd8AO3x/view?usp=sharing and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.  • Teach in line with the UWCSEA Teacher Standards     Person Specifications • A relevant degree, a recognized teaching qualification or certification in Physical Education and swimming. • Recent teaching experience within International School teaching experience is expected. • A passion and drive for Early Years, Infant, and Junior school pedagogy. • A committed and creative practitioner, you will be reflective on your own teaching and student outcomes, seeking out and implementing new ideas and innovative practice to raise achievement. • A passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child. • Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, enthusiastic participation in and delivery of Professional Learning is expected. Evidence of regular and recent professional learning. • Willing and eager to participate in the five key elements of a UWCSEA education: Academics;  Activities; Outdoor Education; Personal and Social Education and Service. • On average the College expects a yearly contribution of two sessions per week in each season to Activities and/or Service, though this can vary greatly in the PE Department. • The College expects that teachers will participate enthusiastically in the curricular Outdoor Education experiences which are relevant to their students and will also occasionally volunteer for holiday Outdoor Education trips. • A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners • Our teachers actively promote the College’s Mission, Educational Goal, Values and Learning Principles through their enthusiastic and full participation in College life and their supportive engagement with students, colleagues and parents. ApplicationsThe UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future.  We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply.  Our 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 all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.