Deputy Head {Pastoral} - (For An International School Based In Nairobi)

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Job summary

The Deputy Head (Pastoral) Provides Strategic And Operational Leadership For All Pastoral Systems Across The School, Ensuring Outstanding Standards Of Safeguarding, Student Wellbeing, Behaviour, Inclusion, And Parental Engagement. The Role Promotes A Culture Of Care, Respect, Safety, And Belonging Aligned With The Schools Mission, Values, And International Standards. Working Closely With The Deputy Head (Academics), The Postholder Ensures That Academic Excellence Is Supported By Strong Pastoral Care And Holistic Student Development

Min Qualification: Bachelors Experience Level: Senior level Experience Length: 7 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 9 to 5 Applicant Location: Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

Employer:  An International School With Early Years, Primary, Secondary And A' Level

Salary:  Kshs. 300,000 - 350,000 + Medical Cover + 100% Tuition Fee For One Child And 50% For The Second Child + Training & Professional Development

Requirements: 

  • Masters Degree In Education, Educational Leadership, Counselling, Psychology, Or A Related Field Preferred. 
  • Bachelors Degree In Education Or Related Field. Strong Understanding Of International Curricula And Pastoral Systems Across Multiple Age Phases. 
  • Excellent Communication, Conflict Resolution, Organisational, And Interpersonal Skills. 
  • Demonstrated Ability To Build Strong Relationships With Students, Staff, And Parents From Diverse Cultural Backgrounds. 
  • Safeguarding And Child Protection Certification/Training Strongly Preferred.

Experience: 

  • Minimum 7 To 10 Years Experience In Education, Including Significant Pastoral Leadership Experience Within An International Or High-Performing School. 
  • Proven Experience Leading Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Wellbeing, And Inclusion Programmes.
  • Experience Managing Multidisciplinary Teams And Working Collaboratively With Senior Leadership.

Responsibilities: - 

  • Lead And Oversee The Schools Pastoral Care Framework Across Early Years, Primary, Secondary, And A Levels. 
  • Ensure Robust Safeguarding And Child Protection Systems In Line With International Best Practice And Kenyan Regulatory Requirements. 
  • Develop And Implement Behaviour, Attendance, Wellbeing, And Inclusion Policies And Procedures.
  • Promote Positive Student Behaviour, Emotional Wellbeing, Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Across The School Community. 
  • Supervise Pastoral Leaders, Counsellors, Safeguarding Teams, And Student Support Staff. 
  • Coordinate Interventions For Students Requiring Behavioural, Emotional, Or Learning Support. 
  • Build Strong Partnerships With Parents Through Proactive Communication And Engagement Initiatives. 
  • Monitor Pastoral Data, Trends, And Student Welfare Indicators To Drive Continuous Improvement. 
  • Lead Crisis Management And Student Welfare Responses Where Necessary. 
  • Contribute To Whole School Strategic Planning, Policy Development, And Leadership Initiatives. 
  • Foster A Safe, Respectful, And Nurturing School Culture That Supports Holistic Education And Student Success. 
  • Lead Parental Engagement In All Pastoral Matters Including Workshops, Training And Advisory Sessions. 
  • Contribute Actively To The Whole School Strategic Planning.

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