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Gauteng: Head of School / Principal (Preparatory School) posted by She recruit

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership to all academic and support staff, ensuring excellence across the school.
  • Implement, monitor, and continuously evaluate all academic and administrative policies and procedures.
  • Oversee the effective timetabling of classes, ensuring optimal use of facilities and resources.
  • Drive staff performance through clear objectives, performance reviews, professional development, and succession planning.
  • Partner with HR to ensure fair employment practices, compliance with labour legislation, and alignment with Employment Equity targets.
  • Identify and nurture critical skills for long-term sustainability and leadership continuity.
  • Lead marketing and admissions initiatives to achieve enrolment targets and strengthen the school’s reputation.
  • Engage with prospective families through interviews, open days, and school events to promote the school’s values and offerings.
  • Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, cost management, and debt collection, in collaboration with the finance team and governing executives.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, educational, and safety requirements, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for students, staff, and visitors.
  • Maintain integrity and compliance in all examination and registration processes.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • A recognised Degree and/or a 4-year professional Teaching Qualification (minimum requirement).
  • SACE registration (mandatory).
  • At least 5 years’ teaching experience 
  • A minimum of 3 years in a Principal / Head of School position
  • Demonstrated experience in school start-up, turnaround, or transformation projects.
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Competencies and Skills:

  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and learners.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Strategic thinker with sound analytical, organisational, and administrative capabilities.
  • Energetic, self-driven, and adaptable, with a collaborative leadership style.
  • Committed to academic excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Proficient in the use of technology and school management systems.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not heard from us within two weeks. We will keep your details on file for future positions.



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