ACS International Schools are seeking to appoint a committed, driven and inspiring teacher of Physical Education & Sports Science to join our school community from August 2025 (Head of Department responsibility is available for the right candidate)
The Candidate:
The successful candidate will be joining a team that aims to develop students who have a lifelong love of physical activity and whom possess the knowledge and desire to lead a healthy & active lifestyle. With a focus on Empowering every individual to develop personal attributes which will support a happy & meaningful life.
This candidate will have experience teaching Sports Science at IBDP, A-level, or equivalent, and the ability to lead our IBDP Sports Science provision. This candidate would be invited to apply for an open Head of Department position if desired.
They will be a flexible team player, excited by the prospect of joining a growing team with the opportunity to shape and develop a Physical Education culture and curriculum. All members of our team are committed to supporting their departmental colleagues and see the value in contributing to the wider life of the department and school through co-curricular squads, clubs, fixtures and subject planning (details for any additional co-curricular responsibilities and pay can be discussed upon application).
They will have the ability to coach more than one of our core co-curricular sports to a high standard, with expertise in Basketball, Volleyball, or Tennis being an advantage, but not an essential requirement.
The successful candidate will have the ability to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment, whilst using flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students. Commitment to professional development and ongoing learning is essential.
This is an exciting opportunity to suit an innovative professional with a growth mindset, the desire to be part of a team, and the desire to teach consistently high-quality, engaging and challenging lessons.
The Department and School:
The Physical Education & Sports Department is a positive and dedicated team, consisting of eight full time members of staff, complemented by a strong team of peripatetic coaches.
The department has some excellent facilities including a large sports hall, an additional sports hall, a high-specification gym and workout space, three tennis courts, a 4G training pitch and access to Hillingdon Court Park on-site. Playing fields, a short drive away consisting of; 3 full-size football pitches, 2 full-size rugby pitches, 1 baseball field, and 2 softball fields. As well as access to top-class local offsite facilities.
ACS Hillingdon
The broad and flexible curriculum at ACS International School Hillingdon is designed to help students excel, ensuring they’re ready for the next stage of their academic career. Underpinned by the International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement courses, AP Capstone Diploma and the US High School Diploma, our curriculum emphasises life skills as much as academic excellence, with a focus on experiential learning and leadership that ensures we nurture confident, caring, well-rounded individuals who are ready for the future.
ACS Hillingdon’s 11-acre campus is less than 14 miles from central London, enabling students to benefit from opportunities in both the city and countryside. Our magnificent Greater London campus has outstanding facilities, and a wealth of history, art and culture right on its doorstep.
Knowledge, skills, and experience required:
- Bachelor’s degree/Bachelor of Educatio
- A teaching qualification (PGCE/QTS/Teaching licence/certification or equivalent)
- 2 or more years of post-qualifying teaching experience to relevant age groups
- Strong IT skills, preferably with Apple products
- Demonstrates consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct
- Fluent in English both verbal and written
- Significant experience and willingness to integrate technology to improve teaching and learning
- Experience of teaching in an international school is desirable but not essential.
Benefits of Teaching at ACS:
- Recognising that time is needed to plan, collaborate and provide meaningful feedback to students.
- Our maximum class size is a manageable maximum of 22 with most classes being smaller than that.
- We are a well-resourced school, enabling us to provide our students and teachers with the resources they need to learn and achieve
- We take the professional development of our staff seriously and provide ample opportunities and resources to support this.
- Employment benefits include: 3 annual personal days, competitive salary, relocation allowance and visa sponsorship*, PMI + Medicash, pension scheme, income protection, life assurance, employee assistance programme, subsidised meals in the canteen, home leave allowance*.
Start date: August 2025
Safeguarding
ACS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as an employee of ACS you are expected to share this commitment. The protection of our students’ welfare is the responsibility of all staff within ACS International Schools and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of our organisation.
