CHRISS BANDA
Summary
An experienced and successful Head teacher with proven ability in providing high quality education services for pupils as well as creating a productive and positive work environment for both staff and pupils to achieve their full potential. An enthusiastic and a visionary leader, Chriss is committed to providing a holistic Christian education, and ably articulates a sound education philosophy. He is result-oriented, flexible and able to oversee a school system.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Secondary
Chengelo School
01.2015 - 08.2023
- Responsible for upholding the school vision and ethos.
- Leading a multidisciplinary and multicultural team of 40 staff and working closely with members of the school’s Senior Leadership Team.
- Oversee vertical functions: quality assurance, whole school improvement, compliance, teaching and learning, pastoral care.
- Project management of day-to-day operations of academic budget management, risk management (Safeguarding, Health & Safety) ensuring compliance, internal/external relationships, reporting & assessments, recruitment selection, induction and performance management of staff.
- Maintain an environment that promotes and secures outstanding teaching, effective learning, high standards of achievement and good behaviour. Since 2015, Chengelo School has produced outstanding academic results with 9 Top in the World Cambridge Learners Award across the subjects.
- Share responsibility for the analysis of key performance data, to secure continual improvements in teaching, leaders’ evaluations of teaching and its impact on learning.
- Helped create the business plan for school improvement to raise numbers of pupils and revenue. Also, continually engage and build relations with key constituents to raise pupil numbers. The school currently has 420 students.
- Teacher of Business and Development Studies
- Committed to a holistic education agenda.
- Promote, develop and enforce good management practice.
Deputy Head teacher - Pastoral
Chengelo School
05.2011 - 12.2014
- Responsible for operational matters, pastoral and co-curricular life of the school, leading a multi-disciplinary team of staff working closely to maintain high standards and expectations in line with Chengelo’s core values.
- Leadership of vertical functions: boarding and pastoral care; health and safety; events; pastoral staffing & appraisal; compliance; school development; managing pastoral budget;
- Boarding management of pupils through the house system structure and pastoral care.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of the school and the quality of teaching and learning.
- Involved in all staff processes to create supportive working relationships and staff teams.
- Encouraged good behaviour of pupils. Introduced positive behaviour strategies and pupil voice opportunities; formulated the Student Leadership Council.
- Served as lead person on safe guarding issues.
- Continually appraised the pastoral structure of the school.
- Conducted selection tests and interviewed prospective students.
- Facilitated communication with parents and ensured that they were constantly updated on the wellbeing of their children.
- Advising and assisting when required the governing body of the school in the exercise of their functions.
Acting Head Teacher
Chengelo School
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Worked in partnership with pupils, staff, parents, and governors on issues that met the learning, spiritual and social needs of all children.
- Involved in the recruitment and selection of teaching and contract renewal of staff. Monitored the performance of all staff.
- Kept in regular contact with the parents to promote the schools’ ethos and ensure good a relationship.
- Planned, managed and monitored the secondary school expenses within the agreed budget.
School Librarian / Housemaster
Mpelembe Secondary School
06.1992 - 02.1998
School Librarian
Lake Road School
10.1987 - 05.1992
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
University of Zambia
09-2025
Postgraduate Diploma - Educational Leadership and Teaching Methodology
Copperbelt University
01.2022
Bachelor of Philosophy Degree - Information and Knowledge Management
Stellenbosch University
01.2013
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Library and Information Science
University of Zambia
01.2007
Diploma - Librarianship
University of Zambia
01.1987
General Certificate of Education - undefined
Kafue Boys Secondary School
01.1984
Skills
- Strategic management
- Leadership and staff training
- Child protection
- Recruitment
- Risk management
- Strong communication skills
- Reporting and presenting
- Monitoring and assessment
- Governance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
References
Andrew, Cowling, Immediate Past Principal, Chengelo School, 2020-12, Left December 2020. Andrew.paul.cowling@gmail.com +447305649058
Mrs. Hellen Banda. The Board of Governors Chairperson for Chengelo School can be contacted in place of Mr. Paul Vines
Email: bandahellen@gmail.com
Phone no.0977876665
Erasmus Mutoloki Human Resource Manager, Chengelo School, hr@chengeloschool.org
Fishing, Gardening and Travel
I enjoy spending my free time outdoors, especially fishing, gardening, and traveling. Fishing allows me to unwind and connect with nature, while gardening gives me a sense of peace and satisfaction as I nurture plants and watch them grow. Traveling fuels my curiosity and love for new experiences, and I've been fortunate to explore different cultures and landscapes—highlighted by memorable school trips to the UK and Japan.
Timeline
Head of Secondary
Chengelo School
01.2015 - 08.2023
Acting Head Teacher
Chengelo School
09.2013 - 12.2013
Deputy Head teacher - Pastoral
Chengelo School
05.2011 - 12.2014
School Librarian / Housemaster
Mpelembe Secondary School
06.1992 - 02.1998
School Librarian
Lake Road School
10.1987 - 05.1992
Postgraduate Diploma - Educational Leadership and Teaching Methodology
Copperbelt University
Bachelor of Philosophy Degree - Information and Knowledge Management
Stellenbosch University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Library and Information Science
University of Zambia
Diploma - Librarianship
University of Zambia
General Certificate of Education - undefined
Kafue Boys Secondary School
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
University of Zambia
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