The candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of success in delivering the Kenyan national 8-4-4 curriculum. This includes: Instructional Expertise: Evidence of effective teaching and learning strategies aligned with the 8-4-4 system, particularly in preparing students for national examinations KCSE and actual evidence of performance rank nationwide.

Administrative Management

Internal Communication

• Act as the central link between the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Junior School staff, ensuring clear, timely, and transparent communication.
  

• Establish effective systems for gathering staff input, concerns, and suggestions, and relay them constructively to the management.
  

• Communicate school policies, updates, and strategic priorities to staff, ensuring consistent understanding and implementation.
  

• Facilitate regular staff meetings, briefings, and updates to align the Junior School team with school goals.
  

• Promote a culture of openness, trust, and collaboration through effective communication practices.
  

External Communication

• Serve as a key liaison with parents, ensuring they are well-informed about academic progress, pastoral care, and school initiatives.
  

• Maintain professional communication with external stakeholders, including education authorities and community partners to strengthen the school’s reputation and partnerships.
  

• Provide timely updates to parents and stakeholders through newsletters, meetings, and digital platforms, reinforcing transparency and trust.
  

• Communicate effectively during sensitive or urgent situations, ensuring clarity, reassurance, and alignment with school values.
  

• Act as an ambassador for the Junior School, representing its vision and achievements in external forums and engagements.
  

Instructional Leadership & Professional Development

• Take full responsibility for the quality of teaching and learning across the Junior School, setting and maintaining exceptionally high standards of pedagogy and instructional delivery.
  

• Lead a rigorous coaching and mentoring program. Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to drive measurable improvements in teaching practice.
  

• Collaborate with the Head of Curriculum to ensure teachers possess deep subject knowledge and effectively apply learner-centered methodologies, including Project-Based Learning (PBL) and competency-based assessment.
  

• Embed CBE core competencies and values into daily teaching, fostering character development and responsible citizenship.
  

• Design and lead impactful Continuous Professional Development (CPD) workshops on differentiation, assessment, and positive behaviour management.
  

• Directly oversee the appraisal cycle for Junior School teachers, setting smart goals, monitoring progress, and ensuring accountability.
  

Staff Management

• Provide direct leadership to all Junior School teaching and support staff.
  

• Build a collaborative, professional, and supportive team culture that encourages sharing of best practices and reflective teaching.
  

• Ensure effective allocation of staff and resources to maximize learning opportunities and maintain workload balance.
  

• Lead the recruitment and induction of new staff, ensuring alignment with the school’s ethos and instructional expectations.
  

Academic & Behavioral Oversight

• Ensure teachers use assessment data to track progress, identify gaps, and implement targeted interventions to raise achievement.
  

• Oversee student well-being, ensuring every child is known, safe, and supported.
  

• Work collaboratively with teachers to ensure the consistent application of the school’s positive behaviour management policy.
  

• Provide strategic oversight of discipline across the Junior School, ensuring fairness, consistency, and alignment with the school’s values. Monitor trends in student conduct, identify emerging issues, and implement proactive interventions to maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
  

• Lead resolution of disciplinary cases with fairness, consistency, and parental involvement.
  

Welfare

• Champion student welfare and safeguarding, ensuring staff are trained and vigilant in child protection protocols.
  

• Encourage parents and stakeholders to actively participate in promoting student and staff welfare.
  

• Ensure the Junior School is welcoming to all families, celebrating diversity and fostering belonging.
  

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized institution. A Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or Curriculum Studies will be an added advantage.
  

• At least 10 years of teaching experience, with demonstrable success in classroom practice and student outcomes.
  

• A minimum of 5 years in an instructional leadership role (e.g., Head of Institution, Deputy Head of Institution), with a proven ability to mentor staff, lead teams, and raise performance standards.
  

• Must have experience teaching and managing at the high school level, ensuring familiarity with both junior and senior school transitions and expectations.
  

• Documented evidence of impact on staff development and learner achievement, such as improved exam results, successful curriculum implementation, or enhanced teaching quality.
  

Expertise:

• Strong background in instructional coaching, including classroom observation, feedback, and teacher mentoring.
  

• Skilled in performance review methodologies, staff appraisal systems, and professional goal setting.
  

• Practical expertise in the implementation of the Kenyan Competency Based Curriculum (CBE), with emphasis on learner centered approaches, project based learning, and competency assessment.
  

• Demonstrates the ability to inspire teachers and students, set ambitious goals, and drive continuous improvement.
  

• Builds trust with staff, students, and parents by being supportive, welcoming, and attentive to concerns.
  

• Clear, persuasive, and adaptable communicator who can bridge senior leadership directives with staff needs.
  

• Encourages teamwork, openness, and the sharing of best practices to strengthen the teaching community.
  

• Models punctuality, ethical conduct, and adherence to school values, serving as a role model for staff and students.
  

• Focused on measurable academic and behavioral outcomes, with evidence of impact in previous roles.
  

• Handles challenges calmly, adjusts to curriculum reforms, and maintains high standards under pressure.
  

• Passionate about safeguarding, pastoral care, and nurturing holistic development alongside academic achievement.