Banda School Director of Teaching and Learning (Deputy Head Academic) Jobs in Kenya

Background

Throughout the school, a sense of emotional security is essential to our pupils’ formative education. We place great emphasis on the
well-being of our children and our focus on termly values helps to keep behaviour and relations with others high on the agenda. We ensure pupils have access to a broad and diverse range of extra-curricular activities and learning is by no means just classroom based. House events, involvement with charities, school councils, our assemblies
and theme days are as important as our core subject-based lessons.

Situated within our extensive grounds Pegasus Early Years is set in a beautiful garden providing a unique opportunity for outdoor learning. From the age of 18 months to 5 years of age, Pegasus Early Years encourages and stimulates children to develop their confidence, curiosity and independence and allows for child-initiated and teacher lead activities. In Reception class, pupils experience teaching and learning opportunities, preparing them for a seamless transition into our Lower School (Years 1 – 4)

From our high academic standards and continued sporting excellence to our extensive array of extra curricular activities, our dedicated and progressive teaching staff remain keen to draw the very best from all of the boys and girls in its care.

A warm welcome awaits you at The Banda School.

Mission & Aims Mission Statement

We Give All Our Children Wings…And Teach Them How To Fly.

Aims

B – To provide a Broad and Balanced educational experience that will ensure the development of the whole child.

A – To encourage an Ambition to excel – in all areas of school life.

N – To create a Nurturing environment so that each child feels safe to face new challenges.

D –To Develop enquiring minds, self-confidence and a range of skills to enable pupils to become independent learners.

A – To promote Acceptance of all, thereby preparing pupils for their future as global citizens.

The Role

The Director of Teaching and Learning will be a member of the Senior leadership Team. The
successful candidate will be an inspirational practitioner and leader who is able to enthuse others to be creative and innovative in their teaching.

The Banda has an excellent record of academic achievement, alongside an enviable reputation for outstanding pastoral care. The Director of Teaching and Learning will be involved in shaping the future academic life of the
School, always striving for high standards whilst understanding the impact teaching, learning and
achievement have on an individual’s personal development and well-being.

The Banda is a non-selective school and pupils have a wide range of abilities. The aim of the Director of Teaching and Learning should be to
enrich school life for every individual, shaping a curriculum that tailors to the needs of all. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled leader who demonstrates excellent communication
skills.

The ability to lead a Coaching Programme would be desirable, but not essential, as the school looks to adopt this approach to staff support and appraisal.

Areas of Responsibility

• Member of 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 minimum of 30% timetable

• Oversee curriculum planning and implementation – liaise with Heads of Departments and the Head

• Drive and oversee the use of ICT and specifically iPads as a learning tool

• Organise standardised testing and record data in clear form

• Collate and proof all internal examinations

• Oversee the examination and invigilation

timetable

• 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 assessment and tracking in conjunction with the Head of Lower School

• Organise reporting deadlines, report checking and publishing of reports on iSAMS

The Role

• Liaise with external examination bodies and the ISEB re scholarship and Common Entrance papers –
ordering papers and entering pupils

• Liaise with the Head of Learning Support to ensure that the correct provision is given to children with learning difficulties and that
examination concessions are provided

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and pupil achievement, with the SLT

Appointment and Management of Staff

• Organise appraisal and observation of
staff

• Support the Head in the process of staff
recruitment

• Work with the Deputy Head to provide a full induction programme for new staff

• Construct staff teaching timetables

• Manage work scrutiny and pupil shadowing

• Chair regular Heads of Department (HoDs) meetings

• Keep abreast of curriculum changes and delegate staff to research relevant areas

Public Relations and Relations with Parents

• Be an ambassador of The Banda at all times and lead by example

• Advise and guide parents through regular workshops

• With the Head, communicate with secondary schools to which we regularly send pupils and administer entrance examinations

• Assist with the Future Schooling Forum with the Head and Deputy Head

• Ensure adequate scholarship and interview practice for secondary school scholarship candidates

• Organise parents’ meetings

Resources and Administration

• Regularly review school policy documentation in preparation for inspection

• Collate academic information for Secondary School transfer and ICAS forms

• Examine data analysis of examination
results

• Oversee the departmental development plans and reviews

• Help ensure departmental handbooks are reviewed and kept up to date

The Person

• Be a progressive thinker with vision

• Be caring, approachable, able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their
potential in all areas

• Be a fully qualified teacher, preferably with Key Stage 1, 2 and 3 training and experience.

• Be a passionate believer in high quality Key Stage 1, 2 and 3 provision with a clear
understanding of the curriculum at these stages.

• Be a team-builder with excellent communication skills, able to listen, consult and motivate.

• Be a dynamic innovator who will lead from the front.

• Have experience of working in British curriculum schools.

• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.

• Be pro-active as a leader and Director Teaching and Learning.

• Be punctual, with additional preparation time at the beginning and end of each term

• Show organisational skills and leadership in behaviour, dress and speech.

• Lead by example in professional matters.

• Display confidence in and possess a high level of written English.

• Be able to use ICT in teaching and administration.

• Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC).

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Banda School Director of Teaching and Learning (Deputy Head Academic) Jobs in Kenya

Find jobs in Kenya. Jobs - Kenya jobs. Search our career portal & find the latest Kenyan job positions, career opportunities & jobs in Kenya.

Jobs in Kenya - banking jobs, IT jobs, accounting jobs, NGO jobs, business administration, ICT, UN jobs, procurement jobs, education jobs, hospital jobs, human resources jobs, engineering, teaching jobs, and other careers in Kenya.

Find your dream job from 1000s of vacancies in Kenya posted and updated daily - click here!

Click here to post comments

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Best Africa Jobs.

Army Jobs - Navy Jobs - Military Jobs

Scholarship 2024/25

Current Scholarships 2024/2025 - Fully Funded

Full Undergraduate Scholarships 2024/2025

Fully Funded Masters Scholarships 2024/25

PhD Scholarships for International Students - Fully Funded!

Funding Opportunities for Journalists 2024/2025

Funding for NGOs 2024/2025

Funding for Artists 2024/2025

Funding for Entrepreneurs 2024/2025

✅Over 4500 Current Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students

✅ Undergraduate Scholarships 2024

✅ Masters Scholarships 2024

✅ PhD Scholarships 2024 Click Here!

Free Scholarship Newsletter --- E-mail Address

First Name

Then Don't worry — your e-mail address is totally secure. I promise to use it only to send you Advance Africa Newsletter.