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CAREER OPPORTUNITY: DEPUTY HEAD OF SECONDARY Start Date: September, 2025 Application Deadline: 11th May, 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term Job Description: Download Here   INTRODUCTION: Chengelo School is a Christian, International, boarding school with a vision to provide the best quality education to produce future generations of leaders for Zambia and beyond. Located in a beautiful setting in rural Zambia the school comprises both Primary and Secondary sections as well as an Outdoor Education Centre.   POSITION AVAILABLE: DEPUTY HEAD OF SECONDARY The Deputy Head of Secondary School plays a critical role in the leadership and management of Chengelo Secondary School. Working closely with the Head of Secondary, this position provides strategic oversight and day-to-day operational leadership across all areas of school life, with a particular focus on driving excellence in both academic and pastoral domains.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership and School Development: Support the Head of Secondary in setting the direction and priorities for the Secondary School.
• Leadership of Senior Pastoral and Academic Teams: Line manage the Head of Academics and Head of Pastoral Care, holding them accountable for their respective areas.
• Operational Management: Support the Head of Secondary in the oversight of day-to-day operations.
• Staff Leadership and Development: Model exemplary leadership to staff, fostering a culture of high expectations and professional growth.
• Student Progress and Wellbeing: Ensure robust systems are in place to track and support student academic progress and personal development.
• Safeguarding and Compliance: Ensure safeguarding is embedded across all areas of school life.
• Parental and Community Engagement: Act as a key point of contact for parents and carers, particularly in complex or serious matters.
• School Leadership and Representation: Contribute fully to the Senior Management Team and wider leadership forums.

  PERSON PROFILE: Experience:

• Significant leadership experience within a secondary school setting.
• Proven track record of raising academic standards and/or improving pastoral outcomes.
• Experience of leading and managing teams.
• Experience of effective behaviour management strategies.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent understanding of secondary education and current educational developments.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and challenge staff and students.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in analysing data to drive improvement.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Personal Qualities:

• Mature faith and personal alignment with Chengelo’s Christian ethos.
• High levels of integrity and professionalism.
• Passion for education and student development.
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure.
• Reflective practitioner, committed to continuous improvement.

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive local salary.
• On-site accommodation, discounted school fees, and main meals during term time.
• Local medical cover and transport home every two years.
• Gratuity payment at the end of the contract.

  SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT: Chengelo School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will undergo rigorous checks, including police clearance, teacher registration, and reference verification.   CONTACT Visit our website for more information or click the button below to apply now: For queries, please email seniorrecruitment@chengeloschool.org.   Fill in Application Form for this Role

POSITION: Head of Department - Mathematics START DATE: July 2025 or September 2025 DATE ADVERTISED: 24th April 2025 APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11th May 2025 CONTRACT TYPE: Full Time / 2 Years JOB DESCRIPTION: Download Here   INTRODUCTION: Chengelo School is a Christian, International, boarding school with a vision to provide the best quality education to produce future generations of leaders for Zambia and beyond. Located in a beautiful setting in rural Zambia the school comprises both Primary and Secondary sections as well as an Outdoor Education Centre. After a period of significant growth, we are seeking dedicated educators to join the leadership team to drive the school forward into its next phase.   POSITION AVAILABLE: Head of Department – Mathematics The Head of Department – Mathematics is to take full responsibility for the running of the Department (line managing subject teachers of Mathematics, Computer Science/Information Technology).  This means ensuring the provision of ‘World-class’ education for pupils, with a strong commitment to spiritual, character, and leadership development.   PERSON PROFILE:

1. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
2. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role in an educational setting.
3. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with staff, students, parents, and external partners.
5. Strong Christian values and a commitment to the vision and mission of the school.

The successful candidate will have a passion for Christian education, a commitment to excellence, and a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities in African schools. They will play a critical role in shaping the future of our school and will be part of a dynamic and supportive team.   REMUNERATION: Staff who work at Chengelo do so out of a sense of calling and are paid at good local Zambian rates. The school provides accommodation on site, discounted school fees, main meal during term time, local medical cover, transport home every two years, gratuity payment at the end of contract.   Chengelo School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory teacher registration check, police check, referee checks, identification verification and the requirement to disclose any information relevant to the candidate’s eligibility to engage in activities involving young people.   CONTACT: For further details including the job description and an application form please visit our website: www.chengeloschool.org/work-with-us/ Please note that if you do not fill in a Chengelo application form we will not be able to consider your application.   Fill in Application Form for this Role