 Trident College is located on a 113-hectare nature reserve in Solwezi, Zambia. The school opened its doors to the first pioneering group of pupils and parents in September 2013. In addition to serving the local copper mining community’s educational needs, the College is now home to 320 pupils. Trident College is rapidly becoming the boarding school of choice in Zambia and a strong op-tion for parents and pupils throughout Southern Africa.
Trident College Solwezi forms part of the Trident Group of schools, consisting of three prep schools and the College. Trident Schools are, in turn, operated by Educore Services, a leading provider of independent schooling in Zambia.
The College offers the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) curriculum to boys and girls from year 7 to year 13 with external Cambridge Certification at the end of Year 11 (IGCSE), Year 12 (A/S-level) and Year 13 (A-level).
Head of Department – English
Commencement Date: 25th August 2025
Trident College invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic educators to lead our vibrant English De-partment. We seek a dynamic leader with a proven record of teaching excellence and the ability to inspire both students and col-leagues. The successful candidate will be expected to teach English Language and Literature at the IGCSE level and English Lan-guage at A-Level. Experience with the IB Extended Essay or Cambridge IPQ and the ability to teach research skills will be an ad-vantage.
The Head of Department will report to the Director of Academics and play a pivotal role in shaping the department’s strategic direc-tion, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. As a key member of the school’s leadership team, the successful candidate will also contribute significantly to the wider life of the College, including our extensive co-curricular programme and boarding responsibilities.
Primary Purpose of the Role:
The Head of Department will lead and manage the English Department, ensuring the delivery of an innovative and future-oriented curriculum with a strong emphasis on IGCSE and A-Level English. This role requires a commitment to contemporary pedagogy, ICT integration, and continuous professional development. The Head of Department will collaborate with other academic leaders to promote best practices and achieve exemplary learning outcomes across the school.
Given Trident College’s residential nature, all staff are expected to participate actively in boarding duties and weekend activities.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- A recognised teaching qualification: Bachelor of Education degree or Bachelor’s degree with a Postgraduate Teaching Diploma.
- A minimum of five years’ experience teaching English at Cambridge A-Level or an equivalent international curriculum.
- Current registration as a teacher.
- Proven experience in curriculum leadership or departmental management is highly desirable.
Key Skills and Attributes:
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- A passion for leading and mentoring colleagues to achieve departmental goals.
- The ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young men and women in a Zambian context.
- A collegiate and collaborative approach to curriculum development and pedagogy.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to innovate and motivate both staff and students.
- Strong ICT skills and a commitment to integrating technology into teaching and learning.
- A readiness to engage in the College’s diverse range of activities, including service learning, environmental education, and cultural and sporting initiatives.
- A willingness to live and work in a well-resourced but rural African community.
Please complete this form. Shortlisted applicants will then be contacted for further details, including proof of qualifications.
Closing date: 21st March 2025.
Due to Educore Services’ commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and criminal records checks.