PE/Swim Intern

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

Department: Physical Education

Key Responsibilities:

The PE/Swim Intern will report directly to the Head of PE and work collaboratively within a team to provide effective coaching and instruction in physical education and swimming. The specific duties of the PE/Swim Intern include:

• being accountable to the designated Line Manager appointed by The Principal, typically the Head of Department in a related subject area corresponding to the Intern's interests;
• working closely with other school leaders as required, such as the Assistant Principal, Vice Principal, or Year Team Leaders.

Tasks:

The PE/Swim Intern will:

• assist with the PE curriculum, sports teams, and the swim team;
• develop, implement, and assess a seasonal plan for a specific PE/swim team or squad;
• perform testing and evaluations for the assigned PE/swim team or squad;
• attend competitions for sports teams, which may occur on weekends or after school;
• engage in all training sessions for their assigned PE/swim team or squad, which may involve lunchtime or after-school commitments;
• take a proactive role in enhancing the learning environment and displays in designated subject areas;
• support teachers with planning and administrative responsibilities;
• have opportunities to co-teach and lead classes when appropriate;
• assist school leaders with additional tasks as requested.

Professional Expectations:

The ideal candidate for the PE/Swim Intern position should demonstrate the following qualities:

• a degree in sports science or sports studies;
• a recognized swimming teaching or coaching qualification (preferred);
• a recognized lifeguarding qualification (preferred);
• a collaborative team player with a solid understanding of professional duties;
• a creative and diverse approach to EAL (English as an Additional Language) provision;
• up-to-date knowledge of EAL issues and strategies, with a strong desire to remain informed about advancements in the field;
• a strong commitment to teamwork, actively engaging with staff, students, and parents;
• meticulous attention to detail when evaluating students;
• excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with parents, teachers, and students;
• strong organizational skills;
• an emphasis on Health and Safety considerations related to EAL.

Child Safeguarding:

Shrewsbury International School Bangkok City Campus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must provide accurate and comprehensive information regarding their employment history, and the school will perform background checks on the successful candidate to assess their suitability for a position within a school environment.

Requirements:

• An International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) and all criminal record checks based on residence history must be completed before the contract begins;
• 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, submitted prior to the start of the contract;
• Verification of original qualifications.

How to Apply:

Applications will only be accepted via the WhatSchool platform.