Primary/ High School Head Teacher
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As One Ministries Uganda is hiring a Head Teacher to lead a school in Namutumba, Luuka, or Serere Community, Uganda. The role provides strategic, spiritual, and operational leadership, with accountability for academic performance, staff welfare, student discipline, and financial stewardship. The position is full time, starts January 2027, and requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of senior-level experience.
- Full-time senior leadership role in education
- Multiple community locations in Uganda
- Start date January 2027
- Requires Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience
- Christ-centered school leadership focus
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Job summary
The Primary Head Teacher provides overall strategic, spiritual, and operational leadership for the school, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, Christ-centered education. The role holds full accountability for academic performance, staff welfare, student discipline, financial stewardship, and curriculum delivery, while building a school culture rooted in excellence, integrity, and Biblical values. The Head Teacher works closely with the Director of Studies and AsOne Ministries leadership to translate the organization's mission into day-to-day school operations.
Min Qualification:
Bachelors
Experience
- Level:
- Senior level
- Length:
- 5 years
- Language Requirement:
- English
- Working Hours:
- Full Time - 8 to 5
- Applicant
- Location:
- Uganda
- Job descriptions &
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- may be considered).
- •
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, including at least 2 years in a school leadership or management role (e.g., Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, or Director of Studies).
- • Sound knowledge of the national primary curriculum, Ministry of
Requirements
- Location:
- Namutumba, Luuka, Serere Community, Uganda
- Department:
Education
- Ensure compliance with Ministry of
- Champion continuous school improvement through data-informed decision-making.Curriculum Oversight
- Oversee the planning, delivery, and quality of the national curriculum across all classes.
- Ensure lesson plans, schemes of work, and assessments align with national and school standards.
- Monitor teaching quality through classroom observations, lesson audits, and learner assessment data.
- Guide the integration of Christ-centered values into curriculum delivery across all subjects.
- Coordinate internal and external examinations, ensuring integrity and timely reporting of results.
- Identify curriculum gaps and lead initiatives for remedial support and academic improvement.
- Foster a supportive, motivating, and respectful working environment for all staff.
- Lead recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance appraisal of teaching and support staff.
- Identify staff training and professional development needs, and coordinate relevant capacity-building.
- Address staff welfare concerns promptly and fairly, escalating as needed to school leadership.
- Promote staff spiritual growth through devotions, mentorship, and pastoral support.
- Mediate and resolve staff conflicts in a manner that upholds unity and mutual respect.
- Establish and enforce a fair, consistent, and Christ-centered student discipline policy.
- Provide guidance, counseling, and pastoral care to students, directly and through staff.
- Oversee student welfare matters, including safety, health, and general wellbeing on school premises.
- Handle serious disciplinary cases with fairness, confidentiality, and appropriate follow-through.
- Promote a positive school culture that encourages respect, responsibility, and spiritual growth.
- Prepare, manage, and monitor the school budget in collaboration with the finance team.
- Ensure prudent use of school resources, supplies, and facilities.
- Oversee fee collection, expenditure approvals, and financial record-keeping in line with AsOne policies.
- Provide timely and accurate financial reports to AsOne Ministries leadership.
- Support resource mobilization efforts and ensure accountability for donor-funded programs.
- Build strong working relationships across teaching staff, support staff, and school leadership.
- Collaborate with the Director of Studies and AsOne Ministries departments to align school programs with the broader mission.
- Engage parents, guardians, and the local community as active partners in the school's success.
- Model collaborative, humble, and servant-hearted leadership consistent with Christian values.
- Participate actively in school and organizational initiatives, including devotions, fellowships, and
- Perform additional duties as assigned by AsOne Ministries leadership as needs arise.
- A demonstrated personal Christian faith and commitment to Christ-centered education.
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Decisive, fair, and consistent in decision-making and discipline management.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across staff, students, parents, and community stakeholders.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and financial stewardship.
- Resilient and adaptable under pressure, with strong problem-solving ability.
- Collaborative team player who builds trust and unity among staff.
- Servant leadership grounded in humility, compassion, and Biblical values.
- Proficient in school strategic planning, budgeting, and financial oversight.
- Skilled in staff performance management, supervision, and professional development.
- Strong capability in curriculum monitoring, assessment analysis, and academic reporting.
- Competent in the use of technology for school administration and record-keeping.
- Capable of creating a safe, disciplined, and nurturing environment for students' academic and spiritual growth.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall strategic direction for the school in line with AsOne Ministries' mission, vision, and
- Develop, implement, and review the school's strategic and annual operational plans.
- Set clear academic, spiritual, and operational targets, and monitor progress against them.
- Represent the school to parents, government