Vacancies at Banda School

The Person
The applicant must:

• The post holder will have the responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children and young persons for whom he / she is responsible, or with whom he / she comes into contact, and will be expected to adhere to and ensure compliance with the
• School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times.
• Candidate Brief | Head of French, The Banda School
• Possess a degree or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum Schools.
• Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of the life of a leading
• preparatory school.
• Have the capacity to lead and inspire the departmental team.
• Be proactive as a part of The Banda School team.
• Possess a love of French teaching to children of all abilities and a passion for the development of academic excellence.
• Be able to build good relationships with parents and families.
• Be able to build good relationships with colleagues.
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
• Be punctual and use time appropriately.
• Be a good communicator with adults and children
• Show good organisational skills.
• Show a competent level of written English.
• Be experienced in using ICT in teaching and record keeping.
• Familiarity with iPads is an advantage.
• Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection
• Certificate (ICPC)
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
• Keep up to date with educational developments and be committed to continual
• personal and professional development.

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Main Duties:

• Design and deliver a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum for all pupils in the designated class, ensuring all work programmes are age-appropriate and fully adhere to national and school policies.
• Actively support and promote the ethos, aims and values of the School
• Manage and use assessment data effectively, ensuring timely reporting of pupil progress to all relevant staff, parents and carers, in accordance with school policy.
• Direct and manage the classroom Teaching Assistant as required, ensuring effective support for pupil learning.

Expectations:

• Engage in continuous professional self-reflection in order to enhance and refine classroom teaching strategies.
• Make appropriate educational provision for pupils with learning difficulties and those with
• English as an additional language (EAL), working in collaboration with The Banda’s Learning Development Centre.
• To create a secure, happy and stimulating environment, maintaining the highest standards or organisation and discipline.
• To work closely with colleagues in providing long and medium term plans
• Ensure that the School’s aims and objectives regarding curriculum, equal opportunities and behaviour are integrated and promoted within all aspects of daily classroom organisation and practice.
• To be committed to the school’s Continuing Professional Development programme.
• To play an active role in the general life of the school.
• To undertake required duties and attend regular staff meetings and INSETs.
• To assist, where necessary, in co-curricular sporting, dramatic and musical events and activities.
• Organise and lead educational field trips, ensuring pupils participate in a safe and secure manner and that all school policies are strictly followed.
• To ensure confidentiality concerning pupils, parents, colleagues and school business.
• To maintain professional levels of conduct and adhere to the School’s Code of Conduct for staff.

The Year 1 Class Teacher needs to:

• Be a fully qualified teacher with Key Stage 1 training and experience (be registered with the TSC).
• Have experience of working in British curriculum schools.
• Be able to build good relationships with pupils, parents and families.
• Be able to build good relationships with colleagues.
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
• Be pro-active as a part of The Banda School staff team and possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school.
• Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately.
• Be a good communicator with adults and children.
• Show good organisational skills.
• Show a competent level of written English.
• Be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using interactive screens and iPads is an advantage.
• Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate or International Certificate of Child Protection (ICPC).
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
• Keep up to date with educational developments in UK. 

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The Reception Class Teacher needs to:

• Be a fully qualified teacher with Foundation Stage (EYFS) training and experience.
• Have experience of working in British curriculum schools.
• Be able to build good relationships with parents and families.
• Be able to build good relationships with colleagues.
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
• Be pro-active as a part of The Banda Pegasus Early Years team.
• Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately.
• Be a good communicator with adults and children.
• Show good organisational skills.
• Show a competent level of written English.
• Be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using Interactive Screens and iPads is important.
• Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC).
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
• Keep up to date with educational developments from UK. 

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The applicant needs to:

• Possess a degree or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum Schools.
• Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of the life of a leading preparatory school.
• Have the capacity to lead and inspire the departmental team.
• Be proactive as a part of The Banda School team.
• Possess a love of Kiswahili and Kenyan culture teaching to children of all abilities and a passion for the development of academic excellence.
• Be able to build good relationships with parents and families.
• Be able to build good relationships with colleagues.
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
• Be punctual and use time appropriately.
• Be a good communicator with adults and children.
• Show good organisational skills.
• Show a competent level of written English.
• Be experienced in using ICT in teaching and record keeping.
• Familiarity with iPads is an advantage.
• Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC)
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
• Keep up to date with educational developments and be committed to continual personal and professional development.

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The Year 1 & 2 Class Teacher needs to:

• Be a fully qualified teacher with Key Stage 1 training and experience (QTS or have a valid TSC Certificate).
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools.
• Demonstrate the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and families.
• Work collaboratively and build strong professional relationships with colleagues.
• Create a stimulating, engaging and supportive learning environment.
• Show initiative, flexibility and adaptability.
• Be proactive and enthusiastic, with a desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school.
• Be punctual and use preparation time effectively.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with both adults and children.
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills.
• Show a competent standard of written English.
• Use ICT effectively in teaching; experience with interactive screens and iPads is an advantage.
• Provide a valid Police Clearance Certificate or International Certificate of Child Protection (ICPC).
• Demonstrate a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK

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The SEN Teacher needs to:

• Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC number and Key Stages 1, 2 and 3 training and experience
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools
• Be able to build good relationships with pupils, parents and families
• Be able to build good relationships with colleagues
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
• Be proactive as a part of The Banda School staff team and possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
• Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately
• Be a good communicator with adults and children
• Show good organisational skills
• Show a competent level of written English
• Be able to use ICT in teaching; familiarity with using interactive screens and iPads is an advantage
• Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
• Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK