Deputy Head – Academic

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

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: applications@bandaschool.com

Apply via :

applications@bandaschool.com