Head of Primary

Job Description

POSITION: Head of Primary

START DATE: January, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31st August 2025

CONTRACT TYPE: Full Time / 2 Years

INTRODUCTION:

Come and lead and develop an exciting team, of expert teachers with a history of outstanding results.

Join a Christian School whose vision is to provide the best quality education to produce future generations of leaders for Zambia.

Be part of a unique community, centered around the school in rural Zambia.

Be part of a boarding school with excellent accommodation, sporting facilities, a school farm, clinic, and outstanding outdoor education centre.

Share in our school core values which are Faith, Integrity, Servant heartedness, Perseverance, Creativity, and Responsibility.

JOB PURPOSE:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful team in an expanding school. Chengelo School looks for committed Christians; passionate about their faith, passionate about teaching children who demonstrate perseverance and have a track record of success. As the leading independent boarding school in Zambia, we are committed to the development of the whole child, intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. You will need a commitment to all these areas to ensure that we fulfil this. We are looking for an exceptional leader with a track record of success in primary schools, who is able to bring further development to this already successful primary school.

REMUNERATION:

A competitive local salary.

Accommodation on site, discounted school fees, main meal during term time, local medical cover, transport home every two years.

Chengelo has an excellent track record for training and development of its staff.

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING:

Postgraduate Degree in Education preferred.

Evidence of continuing professional development in preparation for a School leadership position.

Applicant must be a licensed teacher.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience of international education at primary level.

At least 5 years teaching experience with a record of successful teaching.

Experience of leadership role within a Primary School.

Experience with staff training.

Experience working with/teaching culturally diverse groups/diverse students.

Experience with using the Cambridge Primary materials for English, Mathematics and Science.

A team player who is able lead their own primary team and contribute to the broader leadership team of Chengelo School.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ABILITIES AND QUALITIES

Committed Christian looking to serve with a vision for Christian Leadership.

Understand and support the Christian ethos of our School, including the spiritual development of the pupils and the school’s role within the community.

Evidence of working effectively with the School Principal, Head Teacher, staff and parents.

Evidence of leading by example, demonstrating good interpersonal skills, with the ability to enthuse and motivate others and develop effective partnerships.

Evidence of a strong commitment to Christian education.

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.