Lower School Class Teacher, The Banda School, Kenya

This school is based in Nairobi, Kenya and is looking for a Lower School Class Teacher

The Lower School (Years 1-4) is a thriving section of The Banda and seeks to appoint a teacher to take charge of a Lower School class. The successful applicant will believe strongly in variety when it comes to teaching and learning, and will be innovative and creative in their approach. Instilling a love of learning should be a priority and they will be expected to create a nurturing environment in which children feel confident to enquire and explore.

Main Duties:

• To take responsibility for planning and implementing appropriate work programmes for all pupils in the designated class, within the framework of national and school policies.
• To support and drive the ethos, aims and values of the school.
• To maintain and use assessment records and report on pupils’ progress to staff, and to parents and carers, in accordance with school policy.
• When required, to manage a Class/Teaching Assistant within the classroom.

The Lower School Class Teacher needs to:

• Be a fully qualified teacher with Key Stage 1 or Lower Key Stage 2 training and experience (QTS or have a valid TSC Certificate).
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools.
• Be able to build good relationships with pupils, 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 proactive as a part of The Banda School staff team and possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school.
• 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 screens and iPads is an advantage.
• Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate or International Certificate of Child Protection (ICPC).
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
• Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK.