Head Teacher - Junior School (Grades 7-9)

About the role

The Headteacher of the Junior School provides visionary instructional leadership and expert management for all staff within Grades 7-9. The role is central to ensuring high-quality teaching, effective implementation of the Kenyan Competency-Based Education (CBE), and outstanding academic and behavioural outcomes. It also involves mentoring, coaching and developing teachers.

Key responsibilities

• Operational leadership: oversee daily operations (timetabling, classroom allocation, resources), ensure policy compliance, coordinate logistics and solve problems quickly.
• Internal communication: act as the link between the Senior Leadership Team and staff, gather feedback, disseminate policies and run staff meetings; promote openness and trust.
• External communication: engage parents, liaise with education authorities and community partners, share information via newsletters and meetings, and represent the school externally.
• Instructional leadership: take responsibility for teaching and learning quality, coach teachers through observations and feedback, embed core competencies and values, design professional development, and oversee appraisals and goal setting.
• Staff management: lead teaching and support staff, allocate them effectively, recruit and onboard new staff, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Academic oversight: use assessment data to drive achievement, oversee pastoral support, apply behaviour policies consistently, and handle disciplinary matters fairly.
• Welfare: champion safeguarding and child protection, encourage parent and stakeholder involvement, and promote an inclusive, respectful culture.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognised institution; a Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership or Curriculum Studies is an added advantage.
• Valid registration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and in good standing.
• Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in secondary school, including at least 5 years in an instructional leadership role.
• Experience teaching and managing at high school level, with evidence of impact on student outcomes and staff development.
• Proven track record in delivering the Kenyan national 8-4-4 curriculum, including preparation for KCSE with demonstrable results.

Required skills

• Instructional coaching and teacher mentoring
• Performance management and appraisal systems
• Strong understanding of CBE implementation and alignment with Ministry of Education standards
• Preferred: visionary leadership, strong communication, collaboration, integrity, resilience and commitment to student welfare