Jan 14, St Andrew School Head of English – Prep School Jobs in Kenya

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St Andrew School Head of English – Prep School Jobs in Kenya

The Role

St Andrew’s School, Turi is looking for an experienced Head of English to lead our highly effective and competent team of English teachers. The successful candidate will report to the Deputy Head Academic and will be expected to deliver high quality and exciting provision in the academic classroom for able and talented students.

We are looking for an ambitious teacher, with proven classroom experience, along with passion for leading and developing our deliver of English Teaching, then you are the one we are looking for. It is also wonderful opportunity to not only contribute to our fantastic school, but also to tempt you to consider living in a beautiful location in the Rift Valley of Kenya.

You will also be able to join our successful full boarding School, particularly as we launch our new Turi Leadership Pathway, a programme that develops the heart, minds, bodies and souls of our students so they become transformational leaders.

The School

St Andrew’s, Turi is one of the leading international schools in Africa. Founded as a Preparatory School in 1931, it has grown to comprise of both Preparatory and Senior Schools. St Andrew’s is a full boarding school, situated on a beautiful 450-acre site on the western slopes of the Rift Valley North West of Nairobi, and at 2500m (making it malaria free) where the wonderful climate makes it one of the most sought after places to live in Kenya.

St Andrew’s has a strong Christian foundation and ethos, which continue to define and

govern the nature and work of the School. The Preparatory School has 230 students (The Senior School has 350 students) from over 25 nations, with the majority hailing from Africa. The School’s distinctive Christian character is evident in all aspects of School life, with children from all faith backgrounds welcome.

Person Specification

Working at St Andrew’s Turi, is an exciting and dynamic experience. Our desire is to recruit committed and resourceful staff, who are looking to develop their skills and leadership and embrace new experiences and challenges.

Knowledge & Experience

Qualifications

  • A degree result of 2:1 or its equivalent
  • A teaching degree i.e. PGCE
  • An additional qualification of educational management

    Knowledge

  • A clear understanding of and affinity for the School’s ethos
  • Knowledge of the requirement and operation of ISI or equivalent inspectorate
  • Recent experience and knowledge of leading an English Department

    Experience

  • Leadership experience, including energy, resilience and a track record of enthusing and motivating others
  • Current Head of Department
  • Experience of teaching KS2 or KS4 English

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; St Andrew School Head of English – Prep School Jobs in Kenya

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