{"id":107261,"date":"2026-08-12T05:58:25","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T05:58:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/assistant-head-of-department-boardingmale\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T05:58:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T05:58:25","slug":"assistant-head-of-department-boardingmale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/assistant-head-of-department-boardingmale\/","title":{"rendered":"Assistant Head of Department \u2013 Boarding(Male)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Assistant Head of Department \u2013 Boarding(Male)\", \"description\": \"Mirema School is a Christian day and boarding institution committed to holistic education and learner welfare. We are seeking a qualified\\nAssistant Head of Department \u2013 Boarding Male\\nto support the Head of Boarding in managing the daily operations, discipline, and overall well-being of boarders.\\nThe ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, compassion, and the ability to foster a safe, supportive, and structured environment for learners.\\nRESPONSIBILITIES\\nAssist in developing, reviewing, and communicating boarding schedules, rules, and routines.\\nSupport the Head of Department in supervising boarding staff and ensuring consistency in boarding practices.\\nCoordinate and implement the boarding calendar in collaboration with other departments.\\nOversee pupil discipline and ensure adherence to school routines, including wake-up, lights-out, and bedtime.\\nSupervise personal grooming and ensure learners are presentable for school, church, and co-curricular activities.\\nMonitor dorm cleanliness, hygiene, and organization, including regular airing of bedding.\\nIdentify and support learners with special needs e.g., bed-wetting in a discreet and caring manner.\\nMaintain accurate boarding attendance records and liaise with admissions, head teacher, and accounts on absenteeism.\\nWork with the kitchen team to ensure all boarders receive appropriate meals, including those with special dietary needs.\\nREQUIREMENTS \/ QUALIFICATIONS\\nDiploma\/Certificate in Counselling, Teaching, Nursing, or related field\\nAdditional Counselling qualification is required\\nMinimum 3 years relevant experience in a boarding or student welfare role\\nValid Certificate of Good Conduct\\nSKILLS & ATTRIBUTES\\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\\nCreativity and problem-solving ability\\nStrong organizational and presentation skills\\nComputer literacy for records and reporting\\nAbility to build trust and relate well with young learners\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-08-11\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Mirema School\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-08-25T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Mirema School<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-08-25<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Mirema School is a Christian day and boarding institution committed to holistic education and learner welfare. We are seeking a qualified<br \/>Assistant Head of Department \u2013 Boarding Male<br \/>to support the Head of Boarding in managing the daily operations, discipline, and overall well-being of boarders.<br \/>The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, compassion, and the ability to foster a safe, supportive, and structured environment for learners.<br \/>RESPONSIBILITIES<br \/>Assist in developing, reviewing, and communicating boarding schedules, rules, and routines.<br \/>Support the Head of Department in supervising boarding staff and ensuring consistency in boarding practices.<br \/>Coordinate and implement the boarding calendar in collaboration with other departments.<br \/>Oversee pupil discipline and ensure adherence to school routines, including wake-up, lights-out, and bedtime.<br \/>Supervise personal grooming and ensure learners are presentable for school, church, and co-curricular activities.<br \/>Monitor dorm cleanliness, hygiene, and organization, including regular airing of bedding.<br \/>Identify and support learners with special needs e.g., bed-wetting in a discreet and caring manner.<br \/>Maintain accurate boarding attendance records and liaise with admissions, head teacher, and accounts on absenteeism.<br \/>Work with the kitchen team to ensure all boarders receive appropriate meals, including those with special dietary needs.<br \/>REQUIREMENTS \/ QUALIFICATIONS<br \/>Diploma\/Certificate in Counselling, Teaching, Nursing, or related field<br \/>Additional Counselling qualification is required<br \/>Minimum 3 years relevant experience in a boarding or student welfare role<br \/>Valid Certificate of Good Conduct<br \/>SKILLS &#038; ATTRIBUTES<br \/>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills<br \/>Creativity and problem-solving ability<br \/>Strong organizational and presentation skills<br \/>Computer literacy for records and reporting<br \/>Ability to build trust and relate well with young learners<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Send your CV and Portfolio to recruitment@miremaschool.ac.ke with the subject line : Graphic Designer &#038; Videographer . Accounts Assistant Junior School Teacher \u2013 Creative Arts Teacher \u2013 Mathematics &#038; French Assistant Head of Department \u2013 Boarding Kindergarten Teacher Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted Interested and qualified? Go to Mirema School on www.miremaschool.ac.ke to apply<br \/>Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjobmag.co.ke\/apply-now\/1303337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: MyJobMag<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-08-25 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Mirema School Location: Nairobi Job Type: Full Time Apply Before: 2026-08-25 Job Description Mirema School is a Christian day and boarding institution committed to holistic education and learner welfare. 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