PE/Swim Intern

Job Title: PE/Swim Intern (ideal for recent graduates) starting August 2026

Department: Physical Education

Key Responsibilities:

The PE/Swim Intern will report to the Head of PE and collaborate as part of a team to ensure effective coaching and instruction in PE and swimming. Specifically, the PE/Swim Intern will:

● be accountable to the Line Manager designated by The Principal, typically the Head of Department in a subject area that aligns with the Intern's interests;

● coordinate closely with other school leaders as necessary. For instance, the Intern might spend time with the Assistant Principal, Vice Principal, or Year Team Leaders.

Tasks:

The PE/Swim Intern will:

● support the PE curriculum, sports teams, and swim team;

● plan, deliver, and evaluate a seasonal plan for a designated PE/swim team or squad;

● conduct testing and evaluation for the assigned PE/swim team or squad;

● attend competitions for sports teams, which may take place on weekends or after school;

● participate in all training sessions for their assigned PE/swim team or squad, which may include lunch or after-school commitments;

● take a leading role in enhancing the Learning Environment and Display in designated subject areas;

● assist teachers with planning and administrative duties;

● have opportunities to team teach and lead classes when appropriate;

● support school leaders with additional tasks as requested.

Professional Expectations:

The ideal PE/Swim Intern should possess the following attributes:

● a degree in sports science or sports studies;

● a recognized swim teaching or coaching qualification (preferred);

● a recognized lifeguarding qualification (preferred);

● a strong team player with a solid understanding of professional responsibilities;

● a diverse and innovative approach to EAL provision;

● current and comprehensive knowledge of EAL issues and strategies, with a strong desire to stay informed about developments in the field;

● a robust commitment to teamwork, proactively engaging with staff, students, and parents;

● keen attention to detail when assessing students;

● excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with parents, teachers, and students;

● strong organizational abilities;

● a focus on Health and Safety considerations related to EAL.

Child Safeguarding:

Shrewsbury International School Bangkok City Campus is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must provide accurate and thorough information regarding their employment history, and the school will conduct background checks on the successful candidate to evaluate their suitability for a role in a school setting.

Requirements:

● International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) and all criminal record checks based on residence history must be completed prior to contract commencement;

● Formal identification, including a photo ID (Original Driving License or Passport);

● Three signed, confidential references, one of which must be from the candidate's current headteacher, prior to the start of the contract;

● Verification of original qualifications.

How to Apply: Applications will only be accepted using the official Shrewsbury International School Application Form, which can be found on the school’s website under the ‘Job Vacancies’ section or on the TES website at https://www.shrewsbury.ac.th/city/recruitment/vacancies.