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Deputy Head - Academic
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldEducation / Teaching 
Areas of Responsibility
- Member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
- Assist in the day to day running of the school
- Monitor the implementation of whole school targets
- Work with the Head to lead, motivate and support staff
- Be a proactive member of the SLT, attending and supporting meetings when necessary
- Teaching and Learning
- Teach a reduced timetable
- Oversee curriculum planning and implementation – liaise with Heads of Departments and the Head
- Create and manage the school timetable
- Manage cover on a daily basis
- Drive and oversee the use of ICT and specifically iPads as a learning too
- Organise standardised testing and record data in clear form
- Collate and proof all internal examinations
- Oversee examination and invigilation timetables
- Set up the examination room in preparation for mock examinations and Common Entrance, and ensure adequate spare materials are available
- Organise and communicate the Prep timetable
- Oversee whole school assesment and tracking in conjunction with the Head of Lower School
- Organise reporting deadlines, report checking and publishing of reports on the Engage Database
- Work with the SLT to deliver the CPD programme
- Liaise with external examination bodies and the ISEB on scholarship and Common
- Entrance papers – ordering papers and entering pupils
The Person
- The applicant must:
- The post holder will have the responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children and young persons for whom he / she is responsible, or with whom he / she comes into contact, and will be expected to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times.
- Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC (Kenya) or TRN (UK) number
- Be caring, approachable and able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff
- Be positive, resilient and have a good sense of humour
- Be an excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all areas
- Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools
- Be a team-builder with excellent communication skills, who is able to listen, consult and motivate
- Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
- Be able to use initiative, and show flexibility and adaptability
- Be a proactive and compassionate leader as a part of both The Banda’s whole staff
- team and the Senior Leadership Team
- Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
- Be punctual and work effectively to deadlines
- Be an excellent communicator with adults and children
- Show organisational skills and leadership in behaviour, dress and speech
- Lead by example and expect high standard in others
- Display confidence in and possess a high level of written English
- Be able to use ICT in teaching and administration
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
- Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
- Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK
Method of Application
In order to apply, please submit a completed application form in full with a covering letter. Please send your letter and The Banda application form via email to: [email protected]