Details of ICT Teacher and Librarian

Job description

ICT Teacher and Librarian (Edexcel Pearson Curriculum)

Pharo Secondary School Sheikh, Somaliland

Overview

Pharo Foundation (“the Foundation”) is a pioneering, mission-driven organisation working to build a vibrant, productive, and self-reliant Africa. Founded and fully funded by Pharo Management, an emerging markets hedge fund, the Foundation represents a new model of philanthropic capitalism: a private endowment using its own capital to design, fund, and operate development programmes with privatesector discipline and long-term commitment.

Over the next decade, the Foundation’s ambition is to deliver lasting impact across three interdependent

missions:

1. Empowering the next generation through affordable, high-quality education.

2. Solving water scarcity by building and operating sustainable water infrastructure.

3. Driving economic productivity by unlocking jobs, investment, and innovation through both nonprofit and for-profit ventures.

The Foundation operates in Ethiopia, Somaliland, Kenya, and Rwanda, employing more than 750 people. It combines a not-for-profit engine: Pharo Development, with a for-profit engine, Pharo Ventures, which builds and operates sustainable businesses to create jobs and advance economic self-reliance.

Pharo Foundation’s education mission is implemented through the Pharo-brand schools, ranging from kindergarten, to primary and secondary. The Foundation operates four Pharo schools in Somaliland, Vocational Training Centre, Pharo Kindergarten, Pharo Primary, and Pharo Secondary Boarding school in Sheikh district.

 Our schools enrich both international and national curricula through diverse means, such as engaging reading materials, innovative technology-driven learning methods, and educational technology tools.

We take pride in our well-equipped instructional spaces tailored for dynamic learning, ongoing assessment, mentorship, and age-appropriate resources like libraries, laboratories, ICT facilities, and pedagogical centres.

We firmly uphold the significance of academic excellence in nurturing students, facilitating their seamless transition into adulthood, and paving the way for occupational and economic success.

Position summary

Pharo Secondary School in Sheikh is seeking a dynamic and well-organised professional to join our team as an ICT Teacher & Librarian (Pearson Edexcel Curriculum). This dual-role position is ideal for an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality ICT instruction while fostering a strong culture of reading, research, and independent learning across the school.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching ICT in line with the Pearson Edexcel curriculum, equipping students with essential digital skills for academic and real-world success. In parallel, they will manage and develop the school library as an engaging and well-resourced learning environment that supports both curriculum delivery and a love for reading.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both classroom teaching and the broader learning ecosystem of the school, playing a key part in shaping students’ digital literacy and intellectual curiosity.

Key Relationships

Job Title: ICT Teacher and Librarian (Edexcel Pearson Curriculum)

Location: Sheikh, Somaliland

Reporting to: Head of Academics and Learning

Contract Type: Fixed Term - One year (possibility of renewal)

Key Duties and Responsibilities of an Edexcel Pearson ICT Teacher/Library Supervisor/Support

1. Core Role: Edexcel Pearson ICT Teaching (IGCSE & A Level)

• Deliver high-quality teaching of Edexcel Pearson ICT/IT curriculum at IGCSE and A Level, ensuring

lessons are engaging, structured, and aligned with examination requirements.

• Prepare and implement lesson plans, schemes of work, and assessments aligned with the Edexcel

Pearson syllabus and learning objectives.

• Teach students both theoretical and practical ICT skills, including programming fundamentals,

digital systems, databases, spreadsheets, presentations, and emerging technologies relevant to

the curriculum.

• Prepare students effectively for Edexcel Pearson examinations by using past papers, exam-focused

revision strategies, and regular formative assessments.

• Design and administer class assessments, assignments, and practical coursework, providing timely

and constructive feedback to support student progress.

• Monitor and track student academic performance and provide additional support or intervention

for students requiring improvement.

• Integrate modern educational technology and digital learning tools to enhance classroom

instruction and student engagement.

• Maintain an organised and well-managed ICT classroom and computer laboratory, ensuring

equipment is used safely and effectively.

• Collaborate with school leadership and colleagues to contribute to curriculum development,

academic improvement initiatives, and student achievement goals.

• Support ICT-related co-curricular activities, such as coding clubs, technology competitions, digital

projects, or research initiatives.

2. Secondary Role: Library and Learning Resource Support

• Support the management and organisation of the school library as a learning resource centre that

complements teaching and learning activities.

• Assist in organising, cataloguing, and maintaining physical and digital learning resources relevant

to the school curriculum.

• Support students in research activities, assignments, and project work by guiding them on how to

locate and evaluate credible information sources.

• Promote reading culture, information literacy, and digital literacy through library-based learning

initiatives and academic activities.

• Maintain an updated inventory of library resources and relevant ICT-related learning materials.

• Assist teachers in identifying and accessing reference materials, digital resources, and academic

publications that support classroom instruction.

• Support the organisation of reading programmes, academic research activities, book displays, and

technology-related learning events.

• Maintain records related to library usage and resource availability.

• Perform any other related duties assigned by the school administration that support teaching,

learning, and academic development.

Skills and qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Information Technology, Computer Science, ICT Education, or a

closely related field.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Edexcel Pearson ICT/IT curriculum at IGCSE and A Level.

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience teaching ICT at the secondary school level, preferably within an

international or British curriculum.

• Strong understanding of ICT concepts, practical computing skills, and educational technologies

used in modern classrooms.

• Experience preparing students for international examinations, particularly Edexcel or other UKbased examination boards, is highly desirable.

• Strong competence in Microsoft Office, programming basics, digital learning tools, and classroom

technology integration.

• Experience or familiarity with learning resource centres, cataloguing, digital libraries, or research

support in schools.

• Excellent classroom management, lesson planning, and student assessment skills.

• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Behavioral and Technical Attributes

• Demonstrate exemplary professional conduct and act as a positive role model for students within

and outside the school community.

• Maintain a caring, supportive, and nurturing attitude toward students, encouraging both academic growth and personal development.

• Communicate effectively and respectfully with students, teachers, and parents using clear,

professional, and age-appropriate language.

• Show strong organisational and time-management skills when supporting both library services and teaching activities.

• Demonstrate basic technical competence in ICT tools, digital learning platforms, and educational

technologies used to support teaching, learning, and research.

• Exhibit teamwork and collaboration by working closely with teachers and school staff to support

classroom learning and academic programmes.

• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and responsibility when handling school records,

learning materials, and student information.

• Adhere to child safeguarding and protection policies, ensuring the safety, dignity, and well-being of all students.

• Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment by being vigilant, reporting any safeguarding

concerns according to school procedures, and supporting policies that protect children from harm, abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

How to apply

Application procedure

• We will review completed applications on a rolling basis. If we identify an outstanding candidate early in the process, we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we will only contact shortlisted candidates.

• You are required to attach a detailed CV and cover letter.

• To apply, please visit the Careers page on the Pharo Foundation website and submit your

Application https://www.pharofoundation.org/index.php/current-opportunities

• The application deadline is 14th April

Apply to https://www.pharofoundation.org/index.php/current-opportunities