Computer Science/Digital Societies Teacher
Braeburn Garden Estate School
Kenya
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive local salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2025
- Apply by:
- 14 May 2025
Job overview
A dynamic and vibrant teacher is required for mid August 2024, to teach Computer Science at KS3 & KS4 and Digital Societies at IBDP level. The post provides an exciting opportunity for a highly driven, inspiring and qualified teacher, with a minimum of 2 years experience, to teach well motivated children in a truly international environment, whilst also experiencing the wonders and beauties of Kenya. Teachers are also expected to be actively involved in the extracurricular program that is a key part of Braeburn's philosophy and objectives.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Shortlisted applicants will be asked for an ICPC or the equivalent from the country of current employment and any others.
Successful candidates will receive a 2-year renewable contract, medical cover, membership of the school pension scheme and a competitive salary.
Interested applicants should email their letter of application, CV, a recent photograph and the details of three referees (including your current headteacher) to: rob.jackson@braeburn.ac.ke
Applications will be considered as soon as they are received. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Initial Skype/Zoom/Google meets interviews will take place.
For further information about the Braeburn Schools, please visit our website:
Attached documents
About Braeburn Garden Estate School
Braeburn has been operating since 1979, and the Garden Estate campus opened in 1982. While much has changed, our values, beliefs and ambitions remain the same: “Every student, a confident individual, a responsible citizen, a learner enjoying success.” We are passionate about the value and importance of relationships, understanding and empathy - people are the heartbeat of all that we do at Braeburn Garden Estate (BGE).
At BGE, we believe that education is about more than academic success - it’s about shaping confident individuals, responsible citizens and lifelong learners who enjoy success, by following the National Curriculum of England & Wales and the post 16 IB curricula; incorporating the British Values into an International context.
Our vibrant, inclusive community is built on mutual respect, creativity and a shared commitment to excellence. We encourage our teachers to bring their ideas, passion and individuality to the classroom, supported by a culture that values collaboration, innovation and professional growth.
Beyond exam results, sporting success and endeavours in performing arts, we are committed to making each and every child a better person, ready to make a positive difference to our ever-changing and complicated world. We look forward to you joining us in the journey. We are seeking an educator who thrives on challenge and believes that every moment in school can make a difference.
About the School
- Year founded: 1982
- Public or private: Private school
- Profit/Not for profit: Profit
- Governing body: Braeburn Schools LTD
- Campus size: 32
- Day or boarding: Day
- Segregation type: Co-Educational
- Accreditation: Council of International Schools (CIS), IB DP, UK
Education information
- Curriculum: United Kingdom, UK-IGCSE, IB DP
- Instructional language: English
- Start grade: PreK
- End grade:13
Student Information
- Total student numbers: 960
- Nursery infant students: 72
- Elementary students: 315
- Middle school students: 250
- Senior school students: 323
- Local student %: 50
- Expatriate student %: 50
- Nationalities represented: 79
Teacher Information
- Teacher numbers: 102
- Local teacher %: 70
- Expatriate teacher %: 30
Staff and Employment Information
- Full-time staff population:102
- Local staff percentage:70%
- Expatriate staff percentage:30%
- Number of teaching days per year:185
- Contracts begin in (month of the year): August
- Offer 1 year contracts? :No
- Hire intern teachers?: No
- Require teaching certification or licence?: Yes
- Assist with pet relocation?: No
- Minimum Qualification Level: Qualified Teacher Status with minimum of two years teaching experience
Tuition fees
- Lower fee amount (USD): 6000.00
- Upper fee amount (USD): 20000.00
Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy.