• Build, repair, and maintain school structures: walls, walkways, drainage systems, catch basins, drop inlets, floors, railings, and support fixtures.
• Use appropriate tools to ensure correct vertical and horizontal alignment.
• Clean and prepare work areas before and after jobs; maintain a tidy site at all times.
• Carry out accurate estimates of required materials and make proactive suggestions for facility improvement.
• Follow all health and safety standards; wear protective gear at all times while on duty.
• Provide general repair support in various areas as needed.

Gardening & Groundskeeping

• Perform full-range turf operations: top dressing, over-seeding, aeration, fertilizer application, and turf laying.
• Maintain tennis court irrigation; monitor and refill tanks.
• Implement weed control using safe chemical methods (during holidays) and manual methods (during term).
• Collect leaves, debris, and litter daily to maintain tidy grounds.
• Maintain gardening tools and machinery, ensuring equipment is stored and used correctly.
• Recommend and manage procurement of essential gardening supplies in consultation with the Facility Manager.
• Monitor pest and disease signs, applying eco-friendly control solutions when required.

Transport Support (Conductor Duties)

• Ensure Kindergarten children board the correct bus and are safely handed over to parents/guardians.
• Monitor student safety during transit: seatbelt usage and appropriate behaviour.
• Report misbehaviour, concerns, or unusual incidents to the Transport Manager.
• Support bus cleanliness by encouraging responsible passenger behaviour.
• Event and Facility Support
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of events, school functions, and special activities.
• Work flexibly to support operational logistics during school holidays, weekends, or afterhours functions as required.

Qualifications, skills and expectations:

• Certification or vocational training in masonry, gardening, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in facilities, construction, or institutional maintenance roles.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and protective gear usage.
• Experience in handling garden machinery and maintenance equipment.
• Basic communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physically fit, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to foresee needs and recommend improvements

Interested candidates should send their full application (CV, cover letter, and references) with the subject line “Head of Extracurricular Activities” via email to: applications@germanschool.co.ke and verwaltungsleitung@germanschool.co.ke for the Head of Extra Curricular Activities applications only by 4th July 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.