Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
About Banda School
A leading independent school in Kenya offering an outstanding educational experience to children aged between 2 and 13 years.
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.
Teacher of Humanities at Banda School
Main Duties:
- To teach Geography and/or History to Years 5 to 8.
- 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.
- The ability to coach sport could be an advantage.
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Responsibilities:
- To plan work for classes in accordance with national and curriculum policies and in cooperation with the Head of Department, to ensure that the pupils experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum relevant to the age group being taught.
- To liaise with the Head of Department and other members of the Department concerning curriculum, schemes of work, teaching methods etc. to provide continuity and uniformity within the Department.
- To follow and implement school policies and procedures.
- To ensure that the learning experience matches the individual needs of the pupils in your classes – giving each child an opportunity to achieve to the best of his/her capability.
- To evaluate your teaching and use this evaluation to improve and develop teaching strategies.
- To make appropriate educational provision for pupils with learning difficulties and for those children with EAL, with support from The Banda’s Learning Development Centre.
- To create a secure, happy and stimulating environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation and discipline.
- To provide well-planned, creative and engaging learning experiences for pupils.
- To maintain a high standard of display and a stimulating environment, in the classroom andin other areas of the school.
- To liaise with parents concerning pupils’ academic progress and attend Parents’ Meetings to discuss the academic progress of pupils.
- To write detailed reports on each pupil when required.
- To perform duties, as requested by the Headmaster, for supervising the pupils outside the classroom (e.g. lunch/break).
- To cover for any colleague who cannot attend school for any reason and to provide cover work for colleagues when absent from school.
- To attend regular staff meetings and INSETs, before, during and after school hours, when required.
- To run a Co-Curricular Programme activity once a week and assist in sporting, dramatic and musical events when required.
- To be committed to the School’s Continuing Professional Development programme.
- To maintain professional levels of conduct and uphold the School’s dress code.
- In addition to the above, a Subject Teacher in the Upper School may also be a Form Tutor in charge of a class and be required to perform all of the associated duties.
Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
The applicant needs to:
- Possess a degree or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Have experience of working in British Curriculum Schools.
- Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of the life of a leading preparatory school.
- Be pro-active as a part of The Banda School team.
- Possess a love of teaching to children of all abilities and passion for the development of academic excellence.
- Be able to build good relationships with 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 punctual and use time appropriately.
- Be a good communicator with adults and children.
- Show good organisational skills.
- Show a competent level of written English.
- Be experienced in using ICT in teaching, as a tool for research and for communication.
- Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC).
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
- Keep up to date with educational developments and be committed to continual personal and professional development.
Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
Teaching Assistant at Banda School
Duties and Responsibilities associated with the post include:
- Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities
- Work with individual pupils
- Help with the preparation, planning and resourcing of lessons.
- Lead and plan for small groups in for example phonics/spellings, reading, writing, Numeracy.
- Give regular feedback on the pupils to the class teacher.
- Ensure specific materials and supplies are ready for teacher, classroom use.
- Prepare instructional materials and displays as instructed.
- Maintain safety in the classroom.
- Perform necessary clerical duties for example photocopying, laminating and filing.
- Assist with operation of equipment for example computer, audio-visual, iPads.
- Carry out instructional exercises assigned by the class teacher to work with pupils of differing abilities.
- Monitor pupil behaviour and encourage positive behaviour management.
- Supervise the class in the absence of the class teacher.
- Be flexible when asked to cover in other year groups (Year 1 – Year 4)
- Help to supervise playtime both in and outside the classroom.
- Help to supervise changing for PE and Swimming.
- Accompany school trips when required.
- Listen to pupils read regularly and note down purposeful comments
- Assist with class assemblies and school plays
- Help in the classroom at break and lunchtimes
- Ensure classroom displays and the classroom is ready to receive pupils
- Accompany classes to specialist lessons
- Lead afternoon activities when required
- Create a safe and stimulating learning environment
- Work collaboratively with other TAs and CAs
- Take part in ongoing school training
- Be involved in any other duties as may be assigned from time to time and which are
- reasonably within your contract of employment
- Attend meetings
Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
The teacher needs to:
- Be a fully qualified and experienced teacher with a valid TSC number
- Be able to build good relationships with pupils, parents and families
- Be able to build good relationships with colleagues
- Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
- Be pro-active 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
- If possible, be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using interactive screens and iPads is an advantage
- Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
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
Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
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
Teaching Vacancies at Banda School
Method of Application
A completed Application Form Download application Form  and Covering Letter should be sent to applications@bandaschool.com.  All applications should reach the Headmaster by Friday 28th February 2025 latest.
