Banda International School Head of English Jobs in Kenya
The Role:
To lead the Upper School English Department (Years 5–8) and to have academic oversight of Lower School literacy teaching (Years 1–4).
To make a significant contribution to the wider life of the school, and to take on the role of a Form Tutor to support our pastoral system.
Key Responsibilities of the Role:
A summary of the key responsibilities and attributes expected from applicants
Curriculum:
To continually review and update the current syllabus in the subject.
To keep up to date with current thinking and developments in the subject, especially Scholarship requirements, Common Entrance and the National Curriculum.
To deliver a Scholarship Programme for those pupils sitting Scholarship papers to secondary schools.
To allocate children to appropriate sets in Years 7 and 8.
Advise and oversee planning within the Department through collaborative discussion.
To ensure that the use of iPads in the Department is effective and is enhancing children’s learning.
Liaison:
To liaise with the Head of the Lower School and Pegasus Early Years and the Heads of Key Stages 1 & 2 in order to be aware of the teaching of English throughout the school.
To advise the SLT on teaching allocations within the Department.
To communicate with the Learning Development Centre regarding the progress of pupils on the LDC register.
To attend Heads of Department Meetings and hold regular Departmental meetings and pass on the minutes to the Deputy Head Academic.
To participate in meetings with parents and colleagues at school which relate to the administration, organisation and curriculum of the Department.
To organise regular whole school events such as visiting authors or a Book Week so as to ensure continued enthusiasm for the subject throughout the school.
Leadership:
To carry out regular observations of colleagues in the Department and give constructive feedback.
To carry out regular work scrutiny of English throughout the school.
To provide leadership and give advice and assistance to all teachers of English throughout the school.
To organise and direct the Librarians in their duties.
To be responsible for coordinating display work as required, ensuring that it meets a high standard and is changed at regular intervals.
Facilities and resources:
Control and monitor a budget as advised by the Finance Department and ensure that the budget is spent effectively on resourcing the Department.
To be responsible for the rooms and equipment as allocated to the Department.
Information and reporting:
To continually review the Department’s strengths and weaknesses through Department Development Plans, meetings and Department Reviews.
To ensure that the Departmental Handbook is kept up to date.
To monitor, moderate, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of pupils as required.
To ensure the maintenance of high standards of feedback, progress and achievement through regular work scrutiny.
To take responsibility for contributions from the English Department to the weekly newsletter.
To undertake any other administrative duties in respect of your employment as required by the Headmaster.
Qualifications & Knowledge:
Relevant university degree
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience of teaching within the British
education system
Evidence of reflective practice and
commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Knowledge and interest in current
educational developments
Understanding of special educational
needs
Skills & Abilities:
Genuine passion for teaching English
Capacity to lead and inspire the
Departmental team
Experience of curriculum management
(planning, implementing, reflecting)
Ability to use assessments and data
effectively to inform teaching
Ability to create a stimulating and
engaging learning environment
Ability to teach challenging lessons that
are adapted to cater for the needs of all pupils
Strong digital literacy and ICT competency
Personal Qualities
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to
communicate effectively with all members of the school community
High levels of personal organisation
Ability to show initiative and flexibility
Understanding and appreciation of The Banda
School’s ethos and values
Willingness to be fully involved in the wider life of the school
Commitment to the School’s pastoral system
and an appreciation of an all-round education
A clean Certificate of Good Conduct or
International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC)
The ability to safeguard and promote the
welfare of the pupils
Desirable
Experience of teaching the Common Entrance
specification
Previous middle leadership experience and/or
experience of being a line manager
Experience of leading professional
development
Experience of using iPads (or other tablets)
and Virtual Learning platforms to support teaching and learning
The Person
Possess a degree or equivalent teaching qualification.
Have experience of working in British Curriculum Schools.
Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of the life in a leading preparatory school.
Have the capacity to lead and inspire the departmental team.
Possess a love of English teaching to children of all abilities and a passion for the development of academic excellence in this subject.
Be able to build good relationships with parents and families.
Be able to build good relationships with colleagues.
Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
Be pro-active, dynamic and a self-motivated member of The Banda School team.
Be punctual and use time appropriately.
Be a good communicator with adults and children.
Show good organisational skills.
Show a competent level of written English.
Be experienced in using ICT in teaching and record keeping.
Familiarity with iPads is an advantage.
Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC).
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
Keep up to date with educational developments and be committed to continual personal and
professional development.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Banda International School Head of English Jobs in Kenya
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