Head of the Early Years at Banda School

• The Head of the Early Years is expected to provide dynamic leadership of this section of the School, maintaining the highest possible standards and inspiring a team of committed staff which constantly strives to ensure that pupils receive the very best all-round education in order that they, in turn, can achieve their full potential. The Head of Early Years is required to:
• Lead, develop and inspire an excellent, committed, forward-looking teaching and support staff;
• Enthuse and inspire pupils with the joy of learning and the thrill of exploration;
• Work collaboratively with the Head of the Lower School and the Head to provide a quality all-round education for pupils in the local community;
• Serve as the Designated Safeguarding
• Lead for the Early Years and work closely with other DSLs on all matters regarding safeguarding.

S/he must be:

• A progressive thinker with vision;
• Caring, approachable, able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff;
• An excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all areas;
• A passionate believer in high quality Early Years provision with a clear understanding of the curriculum at these stages;
• A team-builder with excellent communication skills, able to listen, consult and motivate;
• A dynamic innovator who will lead from the front.
• Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC (Kenya) or TRN (UK) number, as well as Early Years training and experience
• Be caring, approachable and able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all area
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools
• Be a team-builder with excellent communication skills, who is able to listen, consult and motivate
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
• Be a proactive and compassionate leaderas a part of both The Banda’s whole staff team and the Senior Leadership Team
• Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
• Be punctual and work effectively to deadlines
• Be an excellent communicator with adults and children
• Show organisational skills and leadership in behaviour, dress and speech
• Lead by example and expect high standard in others
• Display confidence in and possess a high level of written English
• Be able to use ICT in teaching and administration
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
• Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
• Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK