8 Academic Principal jobs in South Africa
Vice Principal Academic Operations (VPAO)
Posted 13 days ago
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At NGI our success is directly linked, amongst other things, to the strength of our senior management teams at both a national and campus level.
A Vice Principal Academic Operations is a very important member of our Campus Senior Management Team (SMT).
An ideal candidate will be a leader with managerial experience. You will need to have experience overseeing people, academic operations, teaching and learning and student support. Previous campus, student and academic management experience will be a great additional advantage.
You should be a good communicator with a strong ability to manage and collaborate across a range of functional areas.
You should be driven to manage and lead a team toward productivity, efficiency, and success.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
- Manage and implement national policies, processes, plans, budgets, and targets developed by the campus management team
- Measure, report on and maintain the policies, processes, plans, budgets, and targets set by the campus management team for your campus.
- Mange all aspects of campus academic operations across functional areas including Teaching and Learning Team Management, Academic Delivery, Teaching and Learning implementation and Student Support
- Review and improve effectiveness of campus academic operations by managing policies and processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivated work environment, optimal student support and teaching and learning
- Manage resource centre and library in line with requirements set by national academic structure
- Managing all teaching and learning activities on campus including lecturer and student timetabling and allocation, attendance, and administration
- Managing all student retention and success activities on campus
- Administration including student files, communication platforms and timetabling
- Teaching on NQF level 5-6 (different modules)
- Graduation
Skills and Qualifications
- Proven experience in a managerial role
- Strong management skills across functional areas and operational procedures
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to motivate and lead people, and hold employees accountable
- Strong digital and computer skills
- Good at crisis management and strategic planning
- Strong administrative skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will further that goal.
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High School Principal
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Reports to : Education Department
Type : Full-Time, Permanent
Job Summary :We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic High School Principal to lead our secondary school in Durban. The successful candidate will be responsible for overall leadership, academic excellence, staff development, student discipline, and the effective administration of the school. The principal will ensure compliance with the policies and guidelines of the Department of Basic Education and maintain a nurturing, inclusive, and high-performing school culture.
Key Responsibilities :- Provide strategic direction and leadership to the school in line with national and provincial educational goals.
- Lead the development and implementation of the school improvement plan (SIP).
- Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
- Academic Oversight
- Monitor and improve academic performance across grades 8-12.
- Ensure effective curriculum delivery as per CAPS guidelines.
- Facilitate implementation of enrichment and remedial programmes.
- Staff Management
- Recruit, develop, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Coordinate professional development aligned with current educational trends.
- Promote learner discipline and adherence to the school code of conduct.
- Champion initiatives to enhance learner well-being, inclusion, and safety.
- Support holistic development through extracurricular and leadership programmes.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and resource management
- Ensure financial accountability and prepare budgets in collaboration with the SGB.
- Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with parents, the School Governing Body, community members, and the Department of Education.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to build support and trust.
- Represent the school in professional and community forums.
- Bachelor's Degree in Education (B.Ed or equivalent); a Postgraduate qualification in Education Management is an advantage.
- Valid SACE registration.
- At least 7-10 years of teaching experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior Deputy Principal or HOD role.
- 5 years of experience as a Maths educator at high school level.
- High school marking experience is an advantage.
- Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proven leadership and people management skills.
- High emotional intelligence and problem-solving ability.
- Strong commitment to academic excellence and learner success.
- Ability to manage change, lead innovation, and drive performance.
- Technologically literate and able to implement digital learning strategies.
High School Principal
Posted 24 days ago
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Job Title: High School Principal
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Reports to: Education Department
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic High School Principal to lead our secondary school in Durban. The successful candidate will be responsible for overall leadership, academic excellence, staff development, student discipline, and the effective administration of the school. The principal will ensure compliance with the policies and guidelines of the Department of Basic Education and maintain a nurturing, inclusive, and high-performing school culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy
Provide strategic direction and leadership to the school in line with national and provincial educational goals.
Lead the development and implementation of the school improvement plan (SIP).
Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
Academic Oversight
Monitor and improve academic performance across grades 812.
Ensure effective curriculum delivery as per CAPS guidelines.
Facilitate implementation of enrichment and remedial programmes.
Staff Management
Recruit, develop, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff.
Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Coordinate professional development aligned with current educational trends.
Learner Development & Discipline
Promote learner discipline and adherence to the school code of conduct.
Champion initiatives to enhance learner well-being, inclusion, and safety.
Support holistic development through extracurricular and leadership programmes.
Administrative & Financial Management
Oversee day-to-day operations and resource management.
Ensure financial accountability and prepare budgets in collaboration with the SGB.
Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with parents, the School Governing Body, community members, and the Department of Education.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to build support and trust.
Represent the school in professional and community forums.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in Education (B.Ed or equivalent); a Postgraduate qualification in Education Management is an advantage.
Valid SACE registration.
At least 710 years of teaching experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior Deputy Principal, HOD).
5 years of Maths educator at high school level
High school marking is an advantage
Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Desired Competencies:
Proven leadership and people management skills.
High emotional intelligence and problem-solving ability.
Strong commitment to academic excellence and learner success.
Ability to manage change, lead innovation, and drive performance.
Technologically literate and able to implement digital learning strategies.
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