Head of Preparatory School at St.Christopher's International School

At St. Christopher’s we believe that a broad and balanced curriculum is essential as pupils move through their school life. One that is grounded in Christian ethos and is pupil centred, value-based and driven forward by pupils making sense of the world they live in and also their place within it; developing a passion for learning rather than a need to simp...

 

Head of Preparatory School

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldEducation / Teaching 

The role — you will

  • Partner with the Executive Headmaster to drive the SCIS strategic plan, translating whole‑school priorities into Prep execution and measurable impact; line‑managed by the Executive Headmaster.
  • Champion our ‘three sections, one school’ model, strengthening continuity and collaboration across Kindergarten, Preparatory and Secondary (curricular, pastoral and co‑curricular).
  • Lead vision & culture: Model and embed SCIS values, Christian ethos and a culture of kindness, ambition and service.
  • Secure academic excellence: Lead curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across KS1–2; use evidence‑informed practice to ensure progression for all learners.
  • Champion wellbeing & safeguarding: Ensure outstanding pastoral care; own Prep safeguarding practice, training and compliance; work closely with DSLs and the counselling/wellbeing teams.
  • Grow people: Recruit, develop and appraise staff; build a collaborative, high‑performing team with purposeful CPD.
  • Run operations well: Oversee timetabling, budgets, resourcing, compliance and risk; contribute to whole‑school strategy as a key member of SLT.
  • Be community‑minded: Be a visible, approachable presence; engage parents and external partners; act as an ambassador for SCIS locally and internationally.

About you

  • A proven leader as a Headteacher or Deputy in a preparatory/primary (independent or international) context, with the credibility to set direction and the humility to build consensus.
  • Fully buy into—and actively champion—our ‘three sections, one school’ model across phases.
  • Committed to holistic education and the flourishing of every child—academically, socially, spiritually and physically.
  • Strong safeguarding knowledge and a steadfast commitment to wellbeing and inclusion.
  • Evidence of raising standards through curriculum, assessment and pedagogy; confident with data‑informed improvement.
  • An outstanding communicator, able to inspire staff, work closely with parents and represent the school with warmth and clarity.
  • A Master’s degree in Education or Educational Leadership and/or other professional qualifications such as NPQH/NPQSL are desirable. Experience with COBIS and CIS standards, as well as familiarity with the East Africa or similar international contexts, will be advantageous.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to St.Christopher's International School on www.tes.com to apply

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