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Head of Applied Learning (BTEC)

Head of Applied Learning (BTEC)

St Andrews International High School

MALAWI

Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015
Apply by:
13 March 2015

Job overview

St Andrew’s is a prestigious independent co-educational day and boarding school offering a quality education, based on the English National Curriculum, to IGCSE, GCSE, AS and A2 level. We are a multi-ethnic school with over 40 different nationalities in the 11-18 age range.

A Head of Applied Learning (BTEC) position is available from September 2015.

The two year contract offered includes a competitive salary, 20% gratuity, 50% Medical Aid, flights at start and end of contract, free housing, and a 13th cheque. Applicants for this post must be suitably qualified and experienced and able to teach to A-level.

Applicants can view and/or download the available posts, job descriptions and person specifications at https://portal.saints.mw/Pages/Current-Vacancies.aspx or email at apl_hod@saints.mw

If you wish to apply please send your application as ONE pdf file consisting of your CV (no more than 2 sides), letter of application (no more than 2 sides) and the names, email and phone no. of two referees, one of whom must be your present Headteacher/Principal. Send to apl_hod@saints.mw, or fax to

+265 1 822368, St. Andrew’s International High School, Private Bag 211, Blantyre, Malawi.

Closing deadline for applications are Friday, March 13th Phone or skype interviews will take place from Monday, March 16th.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Telephone: (+265) 1 823 688|823 038|822 585|822 474 St Andrew’s International High School
Fax: (+265) 1 822 368 Private Bag 211,
Email: info@saints.mw
Website: www.saints.mw  

ST ANDREW’S INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
1958-2015
The first Microsoft Academy in Malawi
The first BTEC School in Africa
Number 57/100 Top Schools in Africa
Share our vision to be ‘a leader of education’ in Africa,
Join us in the Warm heart of Africa – Blantyre, Malawi

About St Andrews International High School

St Andrew’s International High School is a mixed, non-selective, independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding in Malawi, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in Blantyre has over 500 students on record, from over 30 different nationalities. 

St Andrew’s International High School welcomed its first pupils in 1938. The secondary school follows the British curriculum, adapted to a Malawian context. In Year 9, students work towards their IGCSE exams or BTEC level 2 qualifications, followed by A levels or BTEC level 3. The school holds title as the first BTEC School in Africa. Facilities include a recording studio, radio station, library, swimming pool, sports courts and dedicated teaching blocks. 

Headteacher 

Sarah Samanyika

Values and vision

St Andrew’s International High School’s vision is to be “a leader of education in Africa.” The secondary school is proud of its international community, allowing for students to benefit from being complete global citizens by working together and gaining new cultural experiences throughout their education. Teachers are dedicated to providing pupils with an outstanding education where they can reach their full potential and succeed across the curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to pursue their interests and nurture their skills and talents, and are invited to get involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. These include sports clubs, community projects, sports trips and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in their children’s education so that pupils benefit from a strong support network both in class and during their home life. 

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Applications closed