Boarding House Parent - Prep School at St Andrew’s School

The Role

St Andrew’s Prep School is seeking to appoint Boarding House Parents for Years 7 and 8 boys.  This  role will also include teaching, so in your application, please state subjects you are qualified to teach. The successful candidates will be expected to build relationships with the students and parents and provide the very best care and support for each student in the Boarding House. They will lead a core team of staff to ensure the best possible care is offered within the Boarding House. They are also responsible for the pastoral welfare and safety of the pupils and for creating a dynamic boarding program

QUALIFICATIONS

• A good degree
• Recognized teaching qualification e.g. PGCE
• Registered with the Kenyan Teacher’s Commission TSC
• A  demonstrable commitment to professional self-improvement
• A good degree in either Education or PGCE in Education

EXPERIENCE

• Experience of delivering pastoral care: this may be as a House Parent, Tutor or in other areas of School life
• At least 3 years teaching experience
• A proven track record of excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• Experience of Boarding
• Experience of managing a team
• Experience of teaching in a Prep School Context.
• Experience of teaching English, Mathematics, EYFS , Humanities & SEND

Skills

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to use a range of teaching strategies to support the full range of educational needs.
• An ability to offer co-curricular expertise, e.g. Coach games
•  Evidence of being able to lead , manage and be responsible for initiatives/developments.
• Knowledge of current developments in teaching and learning.