Teacher of English at Peponi House Preparatory School

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Teacher of English to join one of Kenya’s leading schools. Located in wonderful countryside setting approximately 20 kilometers from Nairobi, Peponi School is renowned for its excellence in education and nurturing environment. Serving a diverse community of over 300 students aged 11 to 18 from both local and expatriate families, the school is celebrated for its holistic approach, combining academic rigour with a strong, child-centred ethos. Peponi School prepares its pupils for entry into prestigious universities worldwide. With most pupils boarding, the school fosters a close-knit community characterised by family-style relationships between staff and pupils, creating a warm and supportive environment.

The school’s vision is to be “among the very best schools in East Africa”, and our continued substantial investment in premises and resources underlines the Board’s commitment to this goal.
Our English Department is thriving and has consistently recorded high performance. In addition to achieving great success at IGCSE and A Level, the department runs a rich and varied co-curricular programme that ensures that English language skills and an appreciation of English literature are embedded throughout the school.
We are now seeking an exceptional Teacher of English who is truly enthusiastic about their teaching. An excellent and proven track record of teaching both English Language and English Literature courses up to

IGCSE is desirable; A Level experience is also advantageous but not necessary.

You must be forward-thinking, imaginative and keen to regard this as an exciting opportunity for further career development. What we really want is someone who can genuinely excite and inspire our pupils, someone who is passionate about English language and literature, and someone who will go the extra mile to ignite those passions in the pupils and help them go further than they ever dreamed they could. You must be able to support each individual’s growth and development, encouraging them to achieve and be the best they can be. Experience in the independent sector will be an added advantage.

In return, we offer the chance to enjoy great job satisfaction and achieve a better quality of life in a wonderful location.