Banda School Head of Nursery & Class Teacher Jobs in Kenya
Banda School Head of Nursery & Class Teacher Jobs in Kenya
Main DutiesTo oversee the day to day running of the Nursery classes.
To take responsibility for planning and implementing appropriate work programmes for all
children in the designated class, within the framework of national and school policies.
To maintain assessment records and report on pupils’ progress to staff, and to parents and
carers, in accordance with school policy.
To manage your Class Assistant within the classroom.
Accountabilities
To plan work for the class in accordance with national and curriculum policies and in cooperation with Heads of Department to ensure that the children experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum relevant to their age.
To ensure that the learning experience matches the individual needs of the children in your
class – giving each child an opportunity to achieve to the best of his/her capability.
To make appropriate educational provision for children with learning difficulties and for
those children with EAL, with support from The Banda’s Learning Support Department.
Where possible, to make sure that the majority of children’s work is closely linked to firsthand
practical experience in line with the EYFS/DfE guidance.
To provide children with opportunities to manage their own learning and become
independent thinkers.
To create a secure, happy and stimulating environment, maintaining the highest standards
of organisation and discipline.
To maintain a high standard of display, both in the classroom and in other areas of the
school.
To arrange for resources, equipment and materials to be available in such a way that they
are properly cared for, easily accessible and will encourage the children to become more
responsible for their own learning.
To work closely with colleagues and to provide short and medium term plans and to fully
implement the agreed schemes of work.
To assess children’s progress, maintain records and provide written reports to parents.
To communicate regularly and effectively to parents about children’s progress and
attainment.
To ensure that the school’s aims and objectives in relation to the curriculum, equal
opportunities and discipline are promoted in every day classroom organisation and practice.
To be committed to the school’s continuing professional development programme.
To undertake required duties and attend regular staff meetings.
Additional Responsibilities as Head of Nursery:
Meet regularly with the Head of Early Years and report on all day to day matters regarding
the Nursery Classes.
To have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum and Teaching
Standards, and act as a role model to colleagues by keeping up-to-date with research and
developments in Early Years provision.
Chair the weekly Nursery team planning meetings, with Class Teachers.
Review and oversee medium term and weekly planning for Nursery. Check plans cover all
areas of learning, identify assessment opportunities and consider the children’s interests.
Ensure planning is implemented
with a balance of child-initiated and adult-led learning.
Encourage children to become independent and inquisitive learners through activities based
on purposeful play, exploration and problem solving.
Monitor observations of pupil learning and their application in the planning and teaching
process.
To be responsible for providing stimulating and well-presented learning environments in the
Nursery classes and outdoor area.
Promote positive partnerships with parents through daily interactions before and after
school.
Take responsibility for identifying and prioritising the need for new resources for the Nursery Classes in liaison with the Head of Early Years, and maintaining the existing resources.
Assist the Head of Early Years in ensuring EYFS tracking documents are completed across
Nursery and reviewed with the Class Teacher.
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Liaise with the Head of Early Years to review reporting arrangements to ensure a
systematic approach for content and targets across the Early Years.
Assist the Head of Early Years in ensuring that the Early Years procedures and risk
assessments are reviewed and implemented.
Assist the Head of Early Years to organise cover and duties in the event of staff absence.
Qualification
The Head of Nursery needs to:
Be a fully qualified teacher with Nursery training and experience.
Have experience of working in British curriculum schools and an in depth knowledge of
the EYFS.
Be able to build good relationships with parents and families.
Be able to build good relationships with colleagues and lead a team of teachers.
Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
Be pro-active as a part of The Banda Pegasus Early Years team.
Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately.
Be a good communicator with adults and children.
Show good organisational skills.
Show a competent level of written English.
Be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using Interactive Whiteboards and iPads
is important.
Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate
(British nationals only).
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
Keep up to date with educational developments from UK and particularly within the EYFS setting.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 8th November 2019
For more information and job application details, see; Banda School Head of Nursery & Class Teacher Jobs in Kenya
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