Primary Years Programme Coordinator - Pakistan

Primary Years Programme Coordinator – Karachi, Pakistan
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £35,672 – £44,590 (Tax-Free) + Accommodation
(Approximately 12,913,264 PKR – 16,141,580 PKR per year)

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced PYP Coordinator to join a leading international school in Karachi. This is a senior academic role for a passionate educator who is ready to guide the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and ensure the highest standards of IB education.

What is a Primary Years Programme Coordinator?

The PYP Coordinator is the driving force behind the International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme (ages 3–12). This role combines curriculum leadership, teacher development, and community engagement. Acting as both a leader and a mentor, the PYP Coordinator ensures that the school’s philosophy of inquiry-based, student-centered learning is fully embedded across all grade levels.

Key Responsibilities - Primary Years Programme Coordinator

• Provide instructional leadership in line with IB PYP philosophy and school values.
• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the PYP curriculum.
• Mentor and support teachers, delivering ongoing professional development.
• Promote a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and inquiry-based learning.
• Act as a liaison between the IB, the school, and the wider parent community.
• Ensure compliance with IB standards, safeguarding policies, and student wellbeing measures.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align the PYP with whole-school strategic goals.
• Oversee the daily operations of the PYP section, including staffing, admissions, and student progress.

Candidate Profile

• Master’s Degree in Education or related field.
• IB-certified PYP training with proven leadership experience in an IB school.
• At least 7–10 years’ experience in education, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in curriculum design, inquiry-based pedagogy, and assessment practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build trust across staff, students, and families.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary (£35,672 – £44,590 per annum).
• Furnished housing with utility allowance.
• Annual flights for self (joining, repatriation, and return).
• 50 calendar days of leave per year (plus sick leave).
• Comprehensive medical insurance (in-patient coverage).
• Car with driver provided.
• Laptop and mobile phone (with upgrade allowance).

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can shape teaching and learning, mentor staff, and drive student success within a respected IB World School.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Primary Years Programme Coordinator, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Primary Years Programme Coordinator candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references.  This Primary Years Programme Coordinator post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Primary Years Programme Coordinator opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Primary Years Programme Coordinator role within 48 hours.

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Primary Years Programme Coordinator - International Education Opportunity - Karachi, Pakistan

Primary Years Programme Coordinator