Durham Kenya is an established and growing international education community that delivers a high-quality British curriculum within a supportive and forward-looking learning environment. As the school continues to expand across its Prep and Senior School sections, it seeks to appoint committed, skilled, and professional individuals to a range of academic leadership, teaching, and support roles. These vacancies reflect the school’s strategic growth, curriculum development priorities, and commitment to inclusive education and safe student transport services.
This recruitment announcement is intended for publication on third-party job boards and provides a comprehensive overview of all currently available positions. Each role is described in detail, focusing strictly on the responsibilities and expectations outlined in the provided job descriptions. No additional qualifications or requirements beyond those stated have been introduced. The tone and structure are neutral, professional, and informational, designed to support candidates in understanding the scope and nature of each opportunity.
All roles are based in Kenya and are subject to the school’s operational calendar and academic planning timelines. Positions are available across the Prep School, Senior School, school-wide services, and support operations.
Available Positions Overview
The following roles are currently open for application:
- Deputy Head Academic – Prep School
- Key Stage 2 Teacher – Prep School
- Lead English Teacher – Senior School
- Lead Mathematics Teacher – Senior School
- Lead Design Technology Teacher – Senior School
- Physics Teacher – Senior School
- Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) – School-wide
- Bus Driver – Transport Department
Each position is outlined in detail below.
Deputy Head Academic – Prep School
The Deputy Head Academic role is a senior leadership position within the Prep School and forms part of the School Leadership Team. This position is available from September 2026 and is suited to an experienced school leader with a proven record of outstanding teaching and effective academic leadership.
The Deputy Head Academic is responsible for the strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight of academic provision across the Prep School. The role focuses on ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment, while supporting the professional growth of teaching staff and maintaining alignment with the school’s academic vision.
Key responsibilities include leading curriculum planning and implementation across the Prep School, ensuring that teaching practices reflect high expectations and deliver strong student outcomes. The post holder is expected to work collaboratively with other members of the School Leadership Team to evaluate academic performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement evidence-based strategies to enhance learning and progress.
The role also involves mentoring and supporting teaching staff, promoting reflective practice, and encouraging innovation in classroom delivery. The Deputy Head Academic plays a central role in monitoring academic standards, supporting assessment and reporting processes, and ensuring consistency in curriculum delivery across year groups.
Strong collaborative and proactive leadership is essential, as the role requires close engagement with colleagues, students, and parents. The successful candidate will contribute to the wider life of the school and support its continued development as a high-performing Prep School within the British education framework.
Key Stage 2 Teacher – Prep School
Durham Kenya is seeking experienced Key Stage 2 Teachers to join its growing Prep School team. These roles are designed for educators with experience teaching the UK Key Stage 2 curriculum and a demonstrated ability to inspire strong levels of engagement, achievement, and academic progress among pupils.
The Key Stage 2 Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons aligned with the UK curriculum, ensuring that learning experiences are engaging, structured, and appropriately differentiated to meet the needs of all learners. The role requires the effective use of assessment to track pupil progress, inform teaching decisions, and support continuous improvement in learning outcomes.
Teachers are expected to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Strong classroom management and clear communication with pupils and parents form an integral part of the role.
For applicants who have demonstrated leadership experience, there may be additional opportunities to take on Departmental Lead or Year Group Lead responsibilities. These leadership elements may involve supporting curriculum development, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to strategic planning within the Prep School.
The role is suited to teachers who value collaboration, reflective practice, and professional growth within a supportive school community.
Lead English Teacher – Senior School
The Lead English Teacher position is a senior teaching and curriculum leadership role within the Senior School. The school is seeking an outstanding and inspirational educator with experience teaching the UK English curriculum up to IGCSE and Sixth Form level.
The Lead English Teacher is responsible for providing academic leadership within the English department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across all relevant year groups. This includes curriculum planning, resource development, and the consistent delivery of engaging and rigorous English lessons.
The role involves inspiring students to develop strong literacy, analytical, and communication skills, while fostering an appreciation for literature and language. The Lead English Teacher is expected to model excellent classroom practice and support colleagues through collaboration, mentoring, and shared professional learning.
Additional responsibilities include monitoring student progress and attainment, supporting assessment and moderation processes, and contributing to whole-school academic initiatives. As part of a global and diverse teaching team, the role also requires openness to collaboration across departments and participation in the wider academic life of the school.
This position is suited to an educator who combines subject expertise with leadership capability and a commitment to maintaining high academic standards.
Lead Mathematics Teacher – Senior School
The Lead Mathematics Teacher role is a key leadership position within the Senior School and is available from April 2026. Durham Kenya is seeking an experienced mathematics educator with strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students to develop confidence and critical thinking skills in mathematics.
The Lead Mathematics Teacher is responsible for leading the mathematics curriculum across relevant year groups, including teaching the UK Mathematics curriculum up to IGCSE and Sixth Form. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons that support conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning.
Responsibilities include curriculum leadership, lesson planning, assessment oversight, and the monitoring of student progress and outcomes. The Lead Mathematics Teacher is expected to support and guide other mathematics teachers, contributing to departmental development and the sharing of best practices.
The role also involves participation in school-wide academic planning and collaboration with other subject leads to ensure coherence and alignment across the curriculum. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the mathematics learning experience within a dynamic and growing school environment.
Lead Design Technology Teacher – Senior School
The Lead Design Technology Teacher position is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated educator to take on a leadership role within the Senior School. The successful candidate will have experience teaching the UK Design Technology curriculum up to IGCSE and Sixth Form.
This role involves leading the Design Technology curriculum, ensuring that students are provided with practical, creative, and academically rigorous learning experiences. The Lead Design Technology Teacher is responsible for curriculum planning, lesson delivery, and the effective use of resources and facilities.
The role requires the ability to inspire students to develop design thinking, technical skills, and problem-solving abilities. It also includes supporting assessment processes and monitoring student progress within the subject area.
As a lead role, the position involves working collaboratively with colleagues, contributing to departmental planning, and supporting the ongoing development of Design Technology within the school. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold high standards of teaching and contribute positively to the broader academic culture of the Senior School.
Physics Teacher – Senior School
An opportunity is available for an experienced Physics Teacher to join Durham Kenya’s Senior School at its Rosslyn site. This role involves teaching the UK Physics curriculum up to IGCSE and Sixth Form and contributing to the school’s science provision within a growing academic environment.
The Physics Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that support students’ understanding of physical principles and scientific inquiry. The role requires the effective use of practical experiments, demonstrations, and theoretical instruction to support learning across a range of abilities.
Responsibilities include assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and supporting students in achieving strong academic outcomes. The Physics Teacher is also expected to work collaboratively within the science department and contribute to curriculum development and shared planning.
This role is suited to an educator who values clear communication, structured teaching, and active student engagement in the sciences.
Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) – School-wide
Durham Kenya is recruiting an experienced and dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator to lead and develop its SEND provision across the school. This is a school-wide role that plays a critical part in ensuring inclusive education and appropriate support for students with additional learning needs.
The SENCo is responsible for overseeing the identification, assessment, and support of students with special educational needs. The role involves leading SEND provision, coordinating support strategies, and working closely with teaching staff to ensure inclusive classroom practices.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing SEND policies and procedures, monitoring the effectiveness of interventions, and maintaining clear records and communication regarding student support. The SENCo works collaboratively with teachers, school leaders, parents, and external professionals to support student progress and wellbeing.
The role also involves contributing to staff development by providing guidance and support related to inclusion and differentiated teaching approaches. Familiarity with the UK National Curriculum and effective leadership of school-wide SEND provision are central to the role.
Bus Driver – Transport Department
An opportunity is available for a suitably experienced Bus Driver to join the school’s transport team. This support role is essential in ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of students to and from school.
The Bus Driver is responsible for operating school buses in accordance with established routes, schedules, and safety procedures. The role requires a high level of responsibility, professionalism, and awareness of student safety at all times.
Responsibilities include maintaining order and discipline on the bus, conducting basic vehicle checks, and reporting any concerns or incidents as required. Experience working in a school transport environment is an important aspect of the role, as is the ability to interact appropriately with students and school staff.
This position supports the smooth daily operations of the school and contributes to the overall safety and wellbeing of the school community.
Application Information
This recruitment notice is intended to provide clear and comprehensive information about all current vacancies at Durham Kenya. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the role descriptions carefully and submit their applications in accordance with the school’s recruitment process.
