Head of Boys' Games

ABOUT THE COMPANY St Andrew’s School, Turi is highly respected in Kenya and regarded as one of the leading international schools in East Africa. Numbering 550 pupils, it comprises two semi-autonomous schools: a Preparatory School of circa 220 pupils between the ages of 3 and 13 and a Senior School of circa 330 pupils between the ages of 13 and 18. It is fully coeducational and the great majority are boarders. The School has an overtly Christian foundation and sees its overall aim as encouraging young men and women to ‘live and lead with integrity’. JOB SUMMARY Skills and AttributesThe successful candidate will have:Purpose, the highest standards of personal integrity, someone who seeks the highest in all they doA passion for sportA strong personal empathy with the School’s Christian ethosSupportive, encouraging, compassionate and inclusive professional demeanorImpressive personal presence and presentationAbove average literacy, numeracy and IT skills, and a keen eye for detailHigh work standards evidenced by a consistently thorough detailed and organised approachThe presence, intellect, tact and credibility to represent the School at all levels and to a variety of audiencesVision, creativity and imagination combined with the ability to operate at a strategic levelFirst class oral and written communication, and presentation skillsHigh levels of discretion and confidentialityThe ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload, to meet deadlines and to work calmly under pressure. RESPONSIBILITIES Establishing and developing a culture of excellenceEnsuring the reputation and delivery of sporting excellence at the Senior SchoolDeveloping and improving the overall quality of sporting provisionFacilitating the integration of the sporting programme within the broader scope of the Senior SchoolLeading and managing the sports departmentPromoting the Christian ethos of the school REQUIRED SKILLS Developing curriculum and teaching guidelines, Extracurricular activities, Physical education, Vision and strategy REQUIRED EDUCATION Diploma, Associate's degree