Teacher of History

Academic · Molo, Nakuru

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The School 

St Andrew’s, Turi is one of the leading international schools in Africa. Founded in 1931, it has grown to comprise both Preparatory and Senior Schools. St Andrew’s is a full boarding school, situated on a beautiful 450- acre site on the western slopes of the Rift Valley, North West of Nairobi, and at an altitude of 2500m (making it malaria free) where the wonderful climate makes it one of the most sought-after places to live in Kenya.

The Position

This is an exciting opportunity for a recently qualified teacher of History to acquire a wide range of experience in a successful, independent, full boarding school.

The successful candidate will join a thriving and well experienced department, achieving excellent results at A level and (I)GCSE. They will be expected to teach  from Y9 to Y13.  They will also be fully involved in the outstanding Sports and Outdoor Education provision.

As a full boarding school, St Andrew’s is committed to providing a vibrant co-curricular and boarding program to which all staff contribute. The successful candidate will be an academic tutor and attached to a specific boarding house for duties.

Skills and Attributes

The successful candidate should have:

• Excellent knowledge and delivery of the History curriculum and assessment materials
• Purpose, the highest standards of personal integrity, someone who seeks the highest in all they do
• A strong personal empathy with the School’s Christian ethos
• Outstanding understanding of the collection, analysis and use of data to improve student outcomes
• A professional demeanor that is supportive, encouraging, compassionate and inclusive
• Impressive personal presence and presentation
• Excellent literate and numerate skills, excellent in the use of IT and with a keen eye for detail
• High work standards evidenced by a consistently thorough detailed and organised approach
• The presence, intellect, tact and credibility to represent the School at all levels and to a variety of audiences
• Vision, creativity and imagination combined with the ability to understand the strategic vision
• First class oral and written communication, and presentation skills
• High levels of discretion and confidentiality
• The ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload, to meet deadlines and to work calmly under pressure

Responsibilities

The overarching responsibilities of the role include:

• Promoting the Christian ethos of the school
• Establishing and developing a culture of excellence
• Ensuring delivery of excellent History provision at the Senior School
• Developing and improving the overall quality of academic provision
• Developing and delivering outstanding assessment for learning, in line with school policy
• Ensuring accurate reporting data and identifying trends to improve academic outcomes for all

Terms and Conditions

Remuneration

There is a generous overall remuneration package as detailed below:

• Salary: The successful applicant will receive a salary commensurate with their experience and qualifications
• Accommodation: Suitable rent-free accommodation will be provided as a taxable benefit. Domestic and gardening help is arranged by the School, but paid for, at local rates, by the applicant.
• School fees (where applicable): There is a 100% fee remission for staff children throughout the School; places are subject to the School’s normal entry requirements. 80% of the tax due will be covered by an extra allowance.
• Medical care: All members of staff and their families (below 18 years) are covered under a comprehensive insurance scheme.
• Pension: The School operates a defined contribution pension scheme in which the employer and employee each contribute 6% of the monthly For employees leaving Kenya at the end of their contract, the full value of the contributions, plus accumulated interest, can be withdrawn from the scheme.
• Relocation: Outward and return flights for the applicant, and for his/her spouse and dependent children [up to the age of 18] as applicable, together with a freight allowance, at the beginning and end of the contract period, are paid for by the School. This is applicable to staff recruited from outside the country.
• Meals: These are provided during term time as a taxable
• Facilities: Extensive recreational facilities are open to use by staff and their families. The onsite Phoenix Club, serving a wide range of food and beverages, acts as a wonderful social hub for the staff community and their families throughout the year.

Hours of work and holiday entitlement

The role is full-time and includes working in the evening and at weekends as required. The successful applicant will be expected to take a full and active part in the boarding provision of the school.

Safeguarding

St Andrew’s School, Turi, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will undertake your role and responsibilities in accordance with St Andrew’s School’s Safe-guarding and Child Protection Policy and Guidelines. The successful applicant will be required to undergo all checks relevant to post.

Application Procedure

To find out more please contact the Senior School Head’s PA, Ms Roberta Mulli, to arrange a phone call with Mr Ben Pennington, Senior School Headmaster.

Tel: +254 (0) 20 2025709      • Email: execassistantsenior@turimail.co.ke

Applications should be submitted via the school website and include: a completed application form, and a brief covering letter.

If your application is successful, we will contact you within three working days of the closing date.

Early applications are encouraged.

• Closing date for applications: 0800hrs (GMT) Monday 22 January 2024

• Preliminary interviews: w/c Monday 22 January 2024

       These will be online for international candidates and on-site for local candidates

• Informal meeting with Mr Ben Pennington

        Friday 3 February 2024

        This is for shortlisted international candidates and will take place at the Principal Hotel, York, UK

• Final Interviews w/c Monday 5 February 2024

• Start Date: 1 September 2024

Please complete the School Application Form

Deadline:  22nd January, 2024