POSITION: Secondary School Physical Education Teacher (Female)

START DATE: 1^st September, 2026

DATE ADVERTISED: 31st May, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12^th June 2026

CONTRACT TYPE: Full Time / 2 Years

JOB DESCRIPTION: Click here to download

INTRODUCTION:

Chengelo School is a Christian, International, boarding school with a vision to provide the best quality education to produce future generations of leaders for Zambia and beyond. Located in a beautiful setting in rural Zambia the school comprises both Primary and Secondary sections as well as an Outdoor Education Centre.

After a period of significant growth, we are seeking dedicated educators to join our team to drive the school forward into its next phase.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Physical Education Teacher – Secondary

The Physical Education Teacher will make the education of the pupils their first concern and will be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. They will act with honesty and integrity, have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as a teacher up-to-date and will be self-critical, forge positive professional relationships and work with parents in the best interests of the pupils.

PERSON PROFILE:

• Upholds strong Christian values and is dedicated to the vision and mission of Chengelo
• Holds a degree in Physical Education.
• Possesses a minimum of three years’ teaching experience in the Cambridge curriculum (IGCSE and A-Level) or an equivalent international framework.
• Demonstrates strong coaching and instructional skills across a variety of sports and fitness activities (experience coaching netball will be advantageous).
• Has a proven track record of developing and implementing engaging PE lessons that cater to diverse student needs.
• Shows commitment to extracurricular sports programmes, including after-school clubs, inter- house competitions, and inter-school tournaments.
• Displays strong teamwork skills, fostering collaboration within the department and wider school community.

REMUNERATION:

Staff who work at Chengelo do so out of a sense of calling and are paid at good local Zambian rates. The school provides accommodation on site; discounted school fees; main meal during term time; local medical cover; transport home every two years; gratuity payment at the end of the contract.

Chengelo School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory teacher registration check, police check, referee checks, identification verification and the requirement to disclose any information relevant to the candidate’s eligibility to engage in activities involving young people.

CONTACT:

For further details including the job description and an application form please visit our website: www.chengeloschool.org/work-with-us/
Please note that if you do not fill in a Chengelo application form we will not be able to consider your application.