Deputy Headteacher

Title: Deputy Headteacher
Location: Nakuru, Kenya
Monthly Gross Salary: KES 40,000
Reports To: School Principal
Industry: Education – Christian Non‑Profit School
Employment Type: Full‑time

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic Christian‑based non‑profit institution committed to quality education and community development. The school seeks a Deputy Headteacher to provide strong leadership in academics, operations, and student welfare while supporting the Principal in building a Christ‑centered, disciplined, and high‑achieving learning environment.

This is a leadership position that combines management, teaching, and pastoral care, ideal for an experienced educator with a passion for holistic child development and school‑based leadership.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative & Operational Leadership

• Deputise the Principal and assume full responsibility during their absence.

• Oversee day‑to‑day school operations to ensure smooth running and adherence to policies.

• Prepare and manage staff duty rosters, attendance records, and movement registers.

• Maintain accurate records for learners and staff, including admissions, attendance, and discipline cases.

• Ensure the safety, security, and wellbeing of learners, staff, and school property.

• Supervise school facilities, equipment, and infrastructure to support a clean, safe, and conducive learning space.

Academic & Curriculum Oversight

• Ensure full and effective implementation of the Competency‑Based Curriculum (CBC) in line with national standards.

• Monitor syllabus coverage and maintain high academic standards across all subjects.

• Coordinate internal examinations and guide the analysis of results for school‑based improvement.

• Plan and implement instructional programmes and academic calendars.

• Source, manage, and distribute teaching and learning materials.

• Review and improve the quality of teaching resources and support tools.

• Participate in the appraisal of senior teachers and other staff in collaboration with the Principal.

• Take assigned teaching duties according to specialization and timetable.

• Initiate and support innovations in teaching and learning practice.

Student Discipline, Welfare & Pastoral Care

• Maintain discipline and a positive, orderly school climate for learners and staff.

• Chair or support the Disciplinary Committee and handle learner behaviour issues fairly and professionally.

• Promote holistic learner welfare, including psychosocial support and safeguarding.

• Monitor learner attendance and coordinate follow‑up for absent pupils.

• Offer guidance, counselling, and spiritual mentorship in line with Christian values.

Staff Leadership & Development

• Support, supervise, and mentor teaching and non‑teaching staff.

• Coordinate professional development, training, and capacity‑building activities.

• Foster teamwork, accountability, excellence, and a “servant leadership” culture.

• Assist in staff performance management, including appraisal and feedback processes.

Parent & Community Engagement

• Organise and lead parents’ meetings and school engagement events.

• Build and strengthen relationships between the school and the wider community.

• Represent the school on education and community platforms when required.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• P1 Certificate or Diploma in ECDE (Early Childhood Development Education).

• Valid Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Registration Certificate.

• Bachelor’s degree in education (Primary or ECDE) is an added advantage.

• At least 5 years of teaching experience.

• Either:

  • At least 3 years as a Senior Teacher, or

  • At least 2 years as a Deputy Principal or in a similar leadership role.

• Ability to teach Lower Primary classes is an added advantage.

Qualities & Competencies

• Servant‑leadership mindset with strong moral and ethical character.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting skills.

• Strong instructional leadership and basic ICT competency.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build cohesive teams.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Good problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Compassion and deep commitment to learner welfare.
• Spiritual maturity and alignment with Christian values.
• High levels of accountability, reliability, and professionalism.
• Ability to lead, direct, and manage people effectively.
• Creativity, flexibility, and openness to innovative approaches.

Perks & Benefits

• Monthly gross salary of KES 40,000, negotiable within the band based on experience and performance.

• Opportunity to lead and shape the academic and spiritual culture of a growing Christian school.

• Structured leadership role with clear reporting and career‑development pathways.

• Professional work environment grounded in Christian values and community service.

• Access to in‑house and external training and capacity‑building opportunities.

Application Deadline: 28th March 2026

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced educator seeking a leadership role in a values‑driven school environment in Nakuru, Kenya.