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As the Head of St Andrew’s Turi, I invite applications for this pivotal teaching role at our institution. If you possess a background in delivering engaging and high-quality education for gifted and talented students, I hope to pique your interest in this remarkable opportunity. Not only can you make a significant impact at our esteemed school, but you also have the chance to experience life in the stunning Rift Valley of Kenya.

We are seeking a motivated French teacher eager to gain extensive experience in a thriving, independent, full boarding school. This role is a fixed-term contract lasting four months, from August 20 to December 20, 2026.

The chosen candidate will take over a successful department that consistently achieves outstanding results at A level and (I)GCSE. You will be responsible for teaching students from Year 9 to Year 13 and will also contribute to our exceptional Sports and Outdoor Education programs.

At St Andrew’s, as a full boarding school, we are dedicated to offering a dynamic co-curricular and boarding experience that all staff participate in. The successful applicant will serve as an academic tutor, assigned to a specific boarding house for related duties.

If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to your application, which should reflect your enthusiasm, energy, and innovative ideas that can enhance our school community. In return, you will join a supportive and dedicated staff of highly professional colleagues who are passionate about guiding students in their personal growth. Additionally, we provide a safe, beautiful rural environment in Kenya—a country rich in culture and nature, with easy access to wildlife and the Indian Ocean.

Safeguarding

St Andrew’s School, Turi, is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will perform your duties in accordance with St Andrew’s School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Guidelines. The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary checks for the position.

Application Procedure

To learn more, please reach out to the Senior School Head’s PA, Ms. Roberta Mulli, to schedule a phone call with Mrs. Lucy Hemsley, Senior School Deputy Head Academic.

Tel: +254 (0) 20 2025709 • Email: execassistantsenior@turimail.co.ke

Applications should be submitted through the school website https://www.standrewsturi.com/working-at-turi/career-opportunities/ and must include: a completed application form and a concise covering letter.

If your application is successful, we will contact you within three working days after the closing date.

We encourage early applications.

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Closing date for applications: 0800hrs (EAT) Thursday 16 April 2026

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Preliminary interviews: w/c Monday 20 April 2026

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Final Interviews w/c Monday 27 April 2026

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Start Date: 20 August 2026