Other · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Reeds Africa ConsultHead of Middle School – Upper Primary & Junior School
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About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer in Kiambu is looking for a Head of Middle School to lead the Upper Primary and Junior School sections. This full-time role suits experienced educators with leadership skills who can manage curriculum and staff while improving academic outcomes in line with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
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What you will do
- Provide leadership and oversee academic and administrative activities in the Upper Primary and Junior School sections.
- Ensure effective implementation of the CBC and adherence to curriculum guidelines.
- Supervise curriculum planning, lesson delivery, assessment, and academic reporting.
- Monitor learner performance and apply strategies to enhance academic results.
- Guide, mentor, and supervise teachers to encourage professional growth and effective teaching.
- Conduct classroom observations, lesson evaluations, and performance reviews.
- Coordinate timetabling, departmental meetings, examinations, assessments, and academic reports.
- Promote discipline, learner welfare, safeguarding, and a positive school culture.
- Collaborate with the Headteacher, management, teachers, parents, and stakeholders to support learner achievement.
- Maintain academic records properly and submit reports on time.
- Identify staff development needs and organise relevant training and professional development.
- Support digital learning integration, innovative teaching methods, and learner-centred approaches.
- Participate in school planning, policy implementation, co-curricular activities, and other assigned tasks.
Requirements
- Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education with Mathematics and Science from a recognised institution.
- Be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
- Have at least three years of experience in a supervisory role.
- Have teaching experience preferably in Upper Primary and/or Junior School.
- Possess leadership and management experience in a school setting (preferred).
- Have sound knowledge of CBC implementation, curriculum management, and competency-based assessment.
- Demonstrate skills in staff supervision, teacher mentorship, performance management, and academic planning.
- Be able to analyse learner performance data and apply improvement strategies.
- Have excellent communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Be proficient in digital literacy and educational technology use.
- Have strong organisational skills, integrity, accountability, and team leadership ability.
- Hold a valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
How to apply
Apply on the employer's application page. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 31 December 2026.