Head of Sports and Physical Education Lusaka International Community School

Based in Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka International Community School (LICS) is a co-educational, secular, fee-paying, non-profit school, which provides an internationally recognised education to a culturally diverse, globally-minded student body in a caring and supportive learning environment. LICS holds in high esteem its vision statement which is to “maximise the potential of future world citizens”.

LICS is a leading independent Pre-Primary, Primary, and Secondary School based in the leafy suburb of Roma in Lusaka, Zambia, and is a member of CIS, AISA, and ISAZ.

The school currently has an opening in the Physical Education and Sports Department and is looking for a suitably qualified individual to join the LICS community as the Head of Sports and Physical Education with effect on 1st August 2023.

1. Requirements

• At least five years of experience in a similar role
• Be an excellent teaching Physical Education and Sports practitioner
• Must have proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire
• Have the ability to inspire high levels of student performance
• Have experience in writing effective Schemes of Learning
• Have experience in using data to inform actions
• Have experience in using self-evaluation to drive improvement
• Have experience in supporting colleagues at various professional stages
• Have the ability to think creatively to solve problems, and pioneer new approaches in their role

2. Qualities

• Ability to work under pressure
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have a sense of humor and good interpersonal skills
• Have high levels of energy and enthusiasm
• Have a high sense of confidentiality
• Be ambitious and keen on self-improvement
• Be a committed, highly competent, reflective, and resilient individual

3. Qualifications and Experience

• Undergraduate Degree in teaching Physical Education/ Sports
• A Master’s degree would be preferable
• Registered TCZ and or QTS
• Additional qualifications are relevant to the role.

4. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Planning and Setting Expectations
• Teaching and Managing Pupil Learning
• Pastoral Responsibilities

5. Remuneration

Competitive package.