Deputy Head Academic
Posted: November 28, 2024
School/Organisation
St Andrew's
Location
Turi, Kenya
Employment Type
Full Time, Permanent
Start Date
September 2025
Closing Date
2 January 2025
DEPUTY HEAD (ACADEMIC) FOR THE PREP SCHOOL
Following promotion, of the current post holder, to headship, St Andrew’s, Turi is seeking strategic, passionate and dynamic leadership of all things academic. Reporting to the Head and as a member of the Prep School Leadership Team, the Deputy Head Academic will be responsible for the academic leadership and management of the Prep School.
This is a high profile and demanding position, and the successful applicant will be a key figure in shaping the vision and direction of the Prep School. It is suited to a high calibre professional who combines exceptional leadership skills with significant and relevant experience.
In return, we will offer the successful applicant an exciting and dynamic working environment, personal mentoring and leadership development, happy and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning, suitable accommodation onsite, and a strong sense of community.
St Andrew’s Prep School is seeking to appoint a Deputy Head Academic (DHA) who will provide
strategic direction and leadership of the academic provision in the Prep School.
Reporting to the Head, the DHA is responsible for the successful organisation, administration and development of the academic life of the Prep School and will collaborate closely with the Deputy Head Academic of the Senior School. He/ she will also liaise with the Director of Admissions & Marketing in relation to student admissions and progression.
The role has a significant strategic element to it and the appointee will be expected to play a leading part in shaping the future of the School’s academic provision as we strive to provide a world-class education. In particular, the appointee will be involved in continuing to shape our Key Stage 3 curriculum; establishing and driving our digital learning platforms; and leading
the academic parts of the School to ensure outstanding academic outcomes.
This is a wide-ranging and complex role requiring a clear understanding of academic provision, management systems and leadership, ideally in a Prep School setting, within a Christian context.
The DHA will most likely be someone who has experience at Senior Management level in the independent sector who is seeking a fresh challenge. Alternatively, the role might suit an exceptional individual with experience gained as a Head of Department and who has an instinctive feel for School Leadership.
To find out more please contact the HR Director, Ms Janet Ndiho. Tel: +254 (0) 734288501
Email:
Applications are encouraged as early as possible. These should be submitted by BambooHR and include:
a completed application form, a brief covering letter and a CV.