Head of Secondary IT and Computer Science

Hillcrest Secondary School seeks a Head of Secondary IT and Computer Science to commence August 2024.

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates wishing to further their teaching career. The candidate should have experience within the British Curriculum, in particular the IGCSE, A Level and BTEC curriculums.

Hillcrest also encourages students to be involved in a wider range of activities and candidates should be passionate about all round holistic education.

Established in 1965, Hillcrest International School is a leading British Curriculum School located in the leafy Karen suburb - Nairobi, Kenya. We have an established status and a long-standing reputation within East Africa.

We pride ourselves in being an inclusive school, that inspires our students to achieve their personal excellence. We are a diverse international community representing over 50 nationalities. Our low student-teacher ratios guarantee a student-centered and personalised learning approach. 

Over 85% of our Sixth Form graduates secure places at their first choice of University in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia amongst others. We are accredited by COBIS, IAPS, AQA, Edexcel, HMC and ISI.

The Role in summary: 

The secondary school runs from Year 9 to Year 13 and has a student population of about 300. This is a vibrant community, whose students, parents and teachers work collaboratively within an atmosphere of mutual respect. The secondary school follows the British National Curriculum and administers Pearson, CAIE & AQA exams.

In addition to working with exceptional colleagues and students, the successful candidate will receive a 2-year renewable contract, a competitive salary and other benefits some of which include: 

• comprehensive Medical Insurance, 

• Flights, inclusive of baggage allowance, from and to home country,

• Tuition discount of 85% for two children, where applicable.

How to Apply:

To apply for this role, please complete the application form on this page and email it to The Head Teacher, Mr David Dunn email, david.dunn@hillcrest.ac.ke no later than March 14th 2024

Safeguarding:

Hillcrest International Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students; Successful candidates will be subjected to thorough 

screening to ascertain suitability to work with children and will be required to provide a DBS, ICPC or national equivalent of a Certificate of Police Clearance.