Massive Recruitment at Kitengela International School (Over 10+ Recommended Jobs)

We are a leading group of schools offering both British Curriculum and the Kenyan System of education with branches in various counties. Due to our growth prospects and our strategic plan, we seek to fill the following key vacant positions with high caliber, self- motivated; result oriented and experienced professionals to join our ecosystem and new branch in Athi River

1. School Bus Driver

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationKCSE
• Experience5 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Transportation and Driving

Job Description

Responsible for safely transporting children to and from school and related events. Picking up and dropping of pupils/students at designated locations or private homes.

Responsibilities

• Transport children from home to school and back home.
• Operate the school motor vehicle in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies
  and procedures
• Take children for games, trips and other activities outside the school.
• Ensuring the bus is always clean.
• Notify Transport Manager of any accident/incident, delay, route diversion and riots immediately.
• Maintenance of the bus including checking the condition of a vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers,
  lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
•  Comply with traffic regulations to ensure that the vehicles operate in a safe and courteous manner
• Report any vehicle malfunctions or needed repairs to the transport manager.
• Follow Emergency policy when involved in emergencies or accident.
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
• Ensure that all National and County Legal requirements such as licenses, permits or certificates are met and
  continually kept current or updated. This includes any motor vehicle licenses, approvals, certificates and
  permits.
•  Perform any other duties as assigned on behalf of the organization including running errands, transporting
  staff and ferrying students to the hospital for emergency cases.
  Qualifications
•  “O” Level certificate
•  A valid certificate of good conduct.
•  Valid driver’s license with minimum class ABCE
•  5 years’ work experience as a school driver
•  Knowledge and ability to follow traffic rules.

Skills and Competencies

•  Good hand-eye coordination.
•  Good communication skills.
•  Be responsible and reliable.
•  Be able to handle unexpected situations.
• Good in time management

 

2. Cleaners

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationKCSE
• Experience1 year
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Janitorial Services

Responsible for the general cleaning of the school and any other duties that may be assigned to ensure a hygienic
environment within the school.

Responsibilities

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Emptying waste bins or similar receptacles, transporting waste material to designated collection points
  Dusting, damp wiping, washing or polishing the furniture, ledges, window sills and external surfaces of
  cupboards, radiators, shelves and fittings
• Replenishing consumable items (soap, toilet rolls, paper towels) if required
• Cleaning toilets, urinals, hand basins and sinks
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment (if any), in order to prevent
  damage to floors and fixtures.
• Mow and trim lawns and shrubbery, using mowers and hand to clear debris from grounds.

Qualifications

• At least a Certificate in Housekeeping
• Good communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
• At least one year working experience in a similar position

3. School Chef

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience2 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Catering / Confectionery

Responsible for overseeing the day to day kitchen activities and ensure that the food prepared and served is
hygienic, well cooked, tasty and in line with the approved school menu.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare all meals
• Managing the school menu and inventory related to the task
•  Cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen area
• Managing food items / kitchen supplies Preparing kitchen requisition in a timely manner
• Perform other tasks as assigned from time to time

Qualifications

• Diploma / certificate in food and beverages / food production / catering or any other related field
• At least two (2) years extensive experience
•  Be a good communicator (fluent in English and Swahili)
• Be well groomed and conform to the kitchen dress – code
• Possess a valid food handlers certificate

4. School Head Teacher

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma   BA/BSc/HND
• Experience10 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Education / Teaching

Reporting to the Chief Learning Officer/Director, the School Head teacher will be responsible for leadership, supervision and management of the school both at Kindergarten and Primary. He/she will be responsible for driving the school growth initiatives and new markets. He / she should be a highly talented, result driven, team leader with ability to manage a dynamic professional expertise and positively engage all stakeholders in line with the KISC Schools’ philosophy & strategic plan. The candidate must demonstrate ability to drive value addition to students in talent development, academic performance, Discipline.etc. He/she will define the responsibilities and accountability of staff members and oversee and implement reading and learning.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Ensuring the vision of the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all.
• Building a strong and cohesive culture that is supported by effective systems and structures
• Lead the development and implementation of modern teaching approaches, methodologies and schemes of work.
• Setting targets and goals for school staff through a participative process.
• Providing regular feedback to colleagues in a way that recognizes good practice and supports their progress against professional and performance management objectives.
• Conducting annual reviews based on standards of leadership, teaching and learning in specific areas of responsibility.
• Monitoring coverage of the syllabus, quality of teaching and effectiveness of learning outcomes.
• Ensuring teachers have all necessary working resources required in undertaking their responsibilities.
• Providing leadership in guiding the various co-curricular activities and school-based events.
• Working closely with senior school management/Directors to achieve high levels of team spirit and synergy.
• Handling behavior development/rectification matters to develop unique, courteous, respectful individuals.
• Maintain high level of discipline in the school for both teachers and pupils.
• Building effective relationships with parents, education partners and other stakeholders.
• Managing school operations

  Key Qualifications and Experience

• Holder of degree or Diploma in Education (P1) or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 10 years relevant working experience in a school set up, 5 years of which should have been in a leadership position/experience as a Head Teacher.
• Demonstrate proven track record in educational leadership including school administration, classroom instruction, lesson plans, pupil assessment and staff development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that enables open communication with parents, teachers and learners.
• A self-motivated, energetic person who enjoys working in a busy and dynamic working environment.
• A diligent leader with the flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures with good coaching and mentoring skills.
• Demonstrates ability to think and act critically, creatively and independently.
• Pro-active, mature and committed individual who can work with minimum supervision.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft packages.
• Registered with Teacher Service Commission (TSC).

5. Deputy Head Teacher

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Education / Teaching

Reporting to the Head Teacher,he will assist the head teacher in providing professional leadership, supervisory and administration support.He/she should be highly competent, result oriented, experienced, dynamic and motivated educational leader with proven track record.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

The duties and responsibilities will include but will not be limited to assisting the School Head in:

• Ensuring the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all.
• Building a strong and cohesive culture that is supported by effective systems and structures.
• Setting targets and goals for school staff through a participative process.
• Providing regular feedback to colleagues in a way that recognizes good practice and supports their progress against professional and performance management objectives.
• Conducting annual reviews based on standards of leadership, teaching and learning in specific areas of responsibility.
• Monitoring coverage of the syllabus, quality of teaching and effectiveness of learning outcomes.
• Ensuring teachers and support staff have all necessary working resources required in undertaking their responsibilities.
• Providing leadership in guiding the various co-curricular activities and school based events.
• Working closely with senior school management to achieve high levels of team spirit and synergy.
• Handling behavior rectification matters to develop unique, courteous, respectful individuals.
• Building effective relationships with parents, education partners and external stakeholders.
• Managing school operations in the absence of the School Head.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Holder of degree or Diploma in Education (P1) or equivalent qualification
• Must have a proven track record in educational leadership including school administration, classroom instruction, lesson plans, pupil assessment and staff development.
• Experience as a Deputy Head Teacher for at least 3 years in a reputable institution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that enables open communication with parents, teachers and learners.
• A self-motivated, energetic person who enjoys working in a busy and dynamic working environment.
• The flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures.
• Demonstrates ability to think and act critically, creatively and independently.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft packages
• Registered with Teacher Service Commission (TSC).

6. ECDE School Teachers

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience2 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Education / Teaching

Responsible for planning, preparing teaching and learning materials and executing appropriate activities for the children each day according to the curriculum, schemes of work and lesson plans.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Organizes and provides developmentally appropriate early childhood education programs; plans and implement curriculum and education for children ranging in age from two to Eight years old.
• Provides activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children.
• Plan and prepares classroom setting; oversees safety and educational programs; supervises children in the classroom; provides a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors.
• Interacts with parents and community groups; maintains open and cooperative communication with parents and families, encouraging their involvement in the program and supporting the child’s family relationships.
• Writes and compiles individual assessments of each child’s development; completes daily inventories, child attendance, and related reports.
• Participates in teaching undergraduate and graduate early childhood education labs, as appropriate.
• Participates in research programs concerned with improvements in early childhood teaching methods, as appropriate.
• May lead, guide, and train staff/pupil employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications required

• Degree/ Diploma in ECDE from Kenya National Examination Council.
• Registered with TSC.
• Must have experience and training in CBC.
• At least 2 years relevant experience in ECDE and particularly in the new curriculum.
• Proficiency in English & Kiswahili; both written and spoken.

7. Primary School Teachers

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience2 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Education / Teaching

Responsible for planning, preparing teaching and learning materials and executing appropriate activities for the children each day according to the curriculum, schemes of work and lesson plans.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Prepare and plan relevant creative and educative teaching activities
• Maintain positive, constructive and professional relationships with pupils, their families and colleagues.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the pupils and maintain an organized and focused learning environment.
• Infuse joy and passion for learning in lessons so that pupils are excited and invested in their academic excellence.
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all pupils.
• Be accountable for pupils’ mastery of academic standards.
• Integrate interactive technology into lessons to enhance instructional delivery.
• Set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all pupils and provide pupil feedback so they internalize them.
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for pupil behavior.
• Consistently meet the ambitious goals of a rapidly-growing organization.

Qualifications required:

• Degree/Diploma in Education(P1) or equivalent qualification.
• Registered with TSC
• At least 2 years teaching experience.
• Proficiency in English & Kiswahili; both written and spoken

8. Secondary School Teachers

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Education / Teaching

Responsible for planning, preparing teaching and learning materials and executing appropriate activities for the children each day according to the curriculum, schemes of work and lesson plans.

Duties and responsibilities

• Teaching one of these subjects: English/Literature, Geography, Religious Studies, History & Psychology.
• Deliver effective, differentiated and inquiry-based lessons in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the relevant subject and modern pedagogy
• Accurately evaluate and comment on both the ability and developmental potential of each student.
• Show profound commitment to ongoing professional growth and to taking on responsibility for fulfilling the vision and philosophy of KISC Schools.
• Performing such other related tasks or projects as they arise and as delegated by the KISC Schools management

Qualifications required:

• At least a B/ED or BSC or BA degree from a recognized university in the respective fields.
• At least 3 years working experience in teaching in reputable institutions which offer Secondary, IGCSE &A’ levels. The applicants handling History, Religious Studies,Geography, Psychology, English/Literature shall have an added advantage.
• Must be a performer and provide proof of the same.
• Must be willing to stretch and meet strict deadlines and targets.
• Knowledge of both the British system and 8.4.4 will be an added advantage.
• Registered with Teacher Service Commission (TSC).

9. School Counsellor

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience2 – 5 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Education / Teaching

To provide professional and confidential counselling services to the KISC pupils/students. Alongside this the School Counsellor will provide staff with advice and support and play a significant role in the pastoral framework of KISC Group of Schools. He/she will report directly to the Chief Learning Officer, but work closely with the Heads of Schools.

Main Duties:

• Collaboratively develop a Comprehensive School Counseling Policy with the Heads of Schools
• Develop and maintain a written plan for effective delivery of the school counseling program based on best practice approaches and in line with the school’s ethos.
• To provide an independent and confidential counselling service to pupils and staff at Kitengela International School, through individual sessions, responding to their personal, social, emotional or educational concerns
• To promote a caring and supportive environment where such concerns may be explored, thereby promoting the mental and emotional health of pupils at KISC
• To maintain confidentiality (except in those circumstances, in line with Kitengela Intl’ School practice, where this should be breached)
• Accurately and appropriately use assessment procedures for determining and structuring individual and group counseling services. Consult the Heads of School if there is the need to invite an external service provider for the whole school, or for pupils, or for members of staff.
• To make referrals, where appropriate
• To be alert to trends and patterns of problems and to be willing to identify causes and recommend corrective action
• To play an active role in safeguarding children and adhere fully to the Kitengela Intl’ school policies, especially the Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.
• To maintain a high level of knowledge and awareness of changes and developments in the fields of counselling and education and their impact on the delivery of counselling;
• To work with groups or classes of children where required and in consultation with the relevant members of staff
• To contribute in any other reasonable fashion to promote the safety and wellbeing of the pupils.

Qualifications required

• Between 3-5 years of experience in institutional counselling
• Have Professional Training in Counselling- Higher National Diploma or Degree
• Experience in counselling teens and young adults
• You are a great communicator: You are able to provide a clear and persuasive pitch to anyone and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You are results driven, goal oriented, move fast, and take ownership of work.

10. School Matron / Cateress

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Machakos, Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Catering / Confectionery   Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant

School Matron / Cateress Responsible for health and sanitation, catering & boarding and ensuring the welfare of the students is well maintained according to the KISC Schools’ standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation ensuring good quality & tasty meals at all times that all well planned.
• To ensure that there is a clean and pleasant environment in the School throughout which involves line managing and directing cleaners both inside and outside the school.
• Plan and prepare the menu making certain that a balance diet is provided, in liaison with the Head of Kitchen and Head of School.
• Be a major source of awareness of student’s behavior and be ready to alert the Administration regarding areas of concern.
• Keep constant communication with the Head of School about students’ affairs.
• Maintain close liaison with the Dispensary at all times concerning students medical provision.
• Organize and attend to catering services for KISC Schools’ various events
• Monitor the students’ daily routines (including punctuality, meal attendance, diet etc), and work with the boarding mistress/master to help pupils meet expected school.
• Ensure students are smart when leaving the dormitories.
• Assess illnesses and injuries and to refer to the Nurse all medical matters.
• Report and follow up unsatisfactory levels of repair either inside or outside the dormitories
• To be responsible for the care of dormitories facilities, equipment and laundry

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Housekeeping and or counselling.
• A Degree in Catering and Institutional Management from a recognized institution an added advantage.
• Computer Literate
• Experience working with students / teenagers will be a definite advantage.
• Must be available to reside in school, work in a busy day/ night schedules, spend the nights at school all through during school term
• Friendly and loving, sensitive and responsive for the needs of dynamic student population.
• Patient, flexible and open minded with excellent communication and listening skills.
• Discreet and adhere to confidentiality.
• Ready to learn and a great team player

11. School Bursar

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• Location Machakos, Machakos
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

School Bursar Responsible for fees collection & all the accounting and finance matters as assigned by the KISC Schools management. He/she should be good in dealing with numbers & with high levels of integrity.

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Custody and maintenance of books of accounts and accountable documents;
• Ensure proper fees records are kept at all times and requisite meal receipts etc are issued correctly.
• Ensuring a proper paper trail for each transaction is kept Developing management mechanism of school’s resources & statutory compliance.
• Planning and evaluating cost reduction measures Managing, evaluating, accounting systems for the school Constant check on possible fraud and errors;
• Working with auditors in ensuring accountability
• Preparation and monitoring of school’s budget
• Developing working relations with professionals e.g. bankers, auditors
• Prepare requisitions for different requirements of the school Safeguarding the school assets by providing proper coding and records
• Supervising of all non-teaching and subordinate staff under him/her
• Preparing regular financial reports as instructed from time to time.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Kenya finalist or in possession of any other recognized qualification equivalent to CPA (Kenya)
• Bachelor degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a combination of any or any other relevant degree will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years’ experience in the accounting practice in a school or any other public or private institution will be an added advantage
• Must be conversant with Sage or any other major ERPs.

12. Administrative Assistant

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• Location Machakos
• Job Field Administration / Secretarial

Administrative Assistant Reporting to the School Head teacher, the administrative assistant will be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the office. He/she should demonstrate high level communication skills in line with the KISC Schools brand profile.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a first point of contact for the school
• Enrolling and admitting new pupils to the school
• Ensuring that all visitors are logged and have appropriate identification
• Maintaining and updating school information, databases and records
• Communicating with parents regarding various aspects of school life, receiving and passing on information between teachers and parents
• Ensuring the reception area is kept tidy and that the notice boards are kept up to date
• Assisting in ordering stationery, materials and other resources and ensuring that stock levels are well maintained
• Oversee the administration function to facilitate service delivery to both internal and external customers in line with the school policies
• Scheduling, setting up travel, meetings and appointments for pupils, teachers, and parents
• Responding to emergencies when needed
• Identifying and recommending best practices for innovation to ensure new and improved processes, procedures and methodologies.
• Managing the flow of information to staff and supervisors
• Preparing and formatting information for internal and external distribution
• Receiving, sorting and distributing all packages, deliveries and mail
• Preparing and analysis of monthly reports
• Implementing service quality, customer excellence and change initiatives to achieve required school performance
• Any other duties assigned

Qualifications

• Have at least 3 year’s relevant experience in a busy reputable organization
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, diploma in relevant field or equivalent
• Be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Be able to work well and meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision
• Consistency in follow-up and solving problems
• Have a good working knowledge of MS Office applications with strong report writing skills
• Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written

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