Hillview International School
Primary School – Teaching Assistant Physical Education
(starting in September 2025)
Hillview International School is a modern, innovative and growing institution located in the warm heart of Africa (Malawi). Our school provides a holistic education, emphasising academic excellence, independence, leadership, and social responsibility. Situated on a beautiful campus in Limbe, Hillview serves a vibrant, family-oriented community.
We are looking to appoint a PE Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic teaching team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Consideration will be given to applicants with relevant qualifications and experience in education, which will be reflected in the TA salary scale. They could include but are not exclusive to:
● Level 2 Award/Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
● Level 3 Award/Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
● Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification.
● A diploma in child education (e.g. diploma in Montessori teaching).
● An undergraduate degree (this does not necessarily need to be directly related to education).
● You will also need to pass an enhanced
background/police check.
● Swim coach qualification (preferably FINA) and any other sporting qualifications
EXPERIENCE:
The successful candidate should have some relevant school experience in supporting Early Years and
Primary age children with a focus on swimming and “Learn to Swim”. They should be proactive, with strong communication skills in English and good behaviour management. They should be a collaborative team member who is able to respond to the needs of individual learners and provide feedback with empathy and understanding which reinforces self-esteem and promotes learning. The successful candidate should have an interest in continuing their personal and professional development in the field of education.
They should be IT literate and, if possible, have a working knowledge of Google Suite applications.
Experience in teaching any other sports would also be an advantage. There will also be an opportunity to
support High School PE.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will have the ability to collaborate, create and maintain an orderly and
supportive environment, which promotes learning and well-being as well as undertaking administrative tasks as needed to support teaching and learning in the PE department and around the school. This position will be as an Early Years and Primary PE TA (responsible for planning and teaching students from Early Years to Primary) with an emphasis on Swimming, but also other sports where the need arises throughout the academic year.
Method Of Application
To apply : Please send the following to our Primary Headteacher Ms Mary Rivers at:
recruitment@hillviewschool.mw
● A single page cover letter, briefly outlining your education philosophy and why you would be ideal for the position of PE Teaching Assistant (TA) at Hillview International School.
● CV (not more than 2 pages), including contact details of three referees, one of which should be your current employer.
Hillview International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
and young people and will require relevant police clearance certificates.
Closing Date: Thursday 23 April 2025