Deputy Head Academic

Durham International Schools

Durham School provides a first-class all-around educational experience. All pupils, from age 3 through to 18, enjoy the equality of opportunity necessary to fulfill their potential, are well-prepared for further education and have the confidence to face an ever-changing global environment. To ensure this, Durham School provides a broad and balanced curriculum of GCSEs, iGCSEs and A-Levels and places great emphasis on giving pupils the flexibility to choose the curriculum which best suits them.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Deputy Head Academic

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Education / Teaching / Training

Summary of Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

The Deputy Head Academic is a key member of the Prep Senior Leadership Team, responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day academic provision of the Prep School and promoting excellence in teaching and learning, in line with the School’s values, ethos and educational philosophy

Working collaboratively with the Head of Prep, Year Group Leads, Learning Enrichment Team and teaching staff, the Deputy Head Academic will oversee curriculum, assessment and pupil progress from Little Durham to Year 6, promoting clear progression across Prep and effective transition into Senior School.

The Deputy Head Academic will combine excellent academic organisation with an in-depth understanding of curriculum, assessment and effective pedagogy. They will play a key role in curriculum development, the effective use of assessment and data, professional learning, and developing the capacity of middle leaders as the School continues to grow.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a UK Honours degree or equivalent and a recognised teaching qualification.

• Have teaching experience within the primary age range and an in-depth understanding of children’s learning and development across Early Years and primary phases.

• Have successful leadership experience at middle or senior leadership level, with the ability to lead,inspire and develop colleagues.

• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of curriculum development, assessment and effective pedagogy.

• Have experience of monitoring and developing the quality of teaching and learning and using assessment information and data effectively to improve teaching and pupil outcomes.

• Demonstrate experience of developing and supporting colleagues and contributing to high-quality professional learning.

• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to combine strategic thinking with effective day-to-day academic leadership.

• Be confident in the effective use of digital technologies to support teaching, learning and academic systems.

• An NPQH or relevant postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.

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• Application Closing Date: 23 rd October 2026.