16 Head Of School jobs in South Africa

Head of School Psychology

Sandton, Gauteng Dananda Talent

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Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
  • Define and drive the vision, mission, and long-term strategy for the School of Psychology in alignment with Regenesys values
  • Lead curriculum development, programme expansion, and accreditation initiatives
Academic Excellence
  • Ensure world-class standards in teaching, learning, and assessment
  • Develop and deliver innovative psychology programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Promote research excellence, securing publications and fostering a culture of knowledge creation
People and Faculty Leadership
  • Recruit, mentor, and lead an outstanding team of academic and support staff
  • Cultivate a collaborative environment that prioritises growth, innovation, and student success
Student Engagement and Success
  • Champion student learning experiences, career pathways, and holistic development
  • Support student research, professional practice, and experiential learning opportunities
External Engagement
  • Build strong relationships with professional associations, industry partners, and international academic networks
  • Represent Regenesys at global forums, advancing the reputation and reach of the School

KPIs and Performance Expectations:
  • Achieve and maintain accreditation standards across all psychology programmes
  • Increase student enrolment, retention, and graduation rates year-on-year
  • Ensure an average student satisfaction rating in teaching and support services
  • Publish and/or facilitate faculty and student publications in peer-reviewed journals annually
  • Develop new strategic partnerships with industry or academic institutions per year
  • Meet research output targets and secure external funding/grants where applicable
  • Deliver faculty performance and development reviews with measurable improvement outcomes
  • Contribute to Regenesys global visibility through conferences, thought leadership, and media presence
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Psychology or a closely related field
  • Proven record of academic leadership and administration in higher education
  • Strong portfolio of published research in reputable journals
  • Demonstrated success in curriculum design, accreditation, and quality assurance
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and people management skills

Key Competencies:
  • Visionary thinker with the ability to translate strategy into action
  • Recognised academic credibility and subject expertise
  • Inspirational leadership and collaborative mindset
  • Innovative approach to education, research, and student development
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with global outlook
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Head of School High School

Gauteng, Gauteng Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa

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Business Unit: Pinnacle College Raslouw – High School

Minimum experience: Mid-Senior

Company primary industry: Education Management

Job functional area: Education

The ADvTECH Schools Division leads the private sector in the field of education, contributing meaningfully towards the sustainable development of human capacity in South Africa.

Duties required
  • Executes the academic policies and procedures for all academic and support staff
  • Ensures that timetabling is done effectively ensuring that there are sufficient classrooms available to accommodate students
  • Implements and evaluates the application of existing policies and ensures the effective implementation of all policies and procedures
  • Leads and manages the academic and support staff in the achievement of set school objectives and targets by ensuring that the school is a high performing entity
  • Manages and conducts performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and takes corrective action where necessary. Ensuring effective implementation and management of succession plans.
  • Implements strategic Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements in partnership with the HRBP and HRC.
  • Ensures that the Employment Equity targets are met and identify suitable black candidates that can be mentored and developed
  • Ensures identification of critical skills essential for sustainability of service delivery and the development of succession plans
  • Effectively implement all Marketing initiatives to meet the enrolment targets and continuously strive to build and maintain a positive image of the school
  • Interview prospective new students and assist in meeting the school’s enrolment targets
  • Actively engaging in word of mouth marketing through all initiatives and events both at the school and at other school related functions
  • Manages the budget of the school working with the Executive Head and ensure cost containment
  • Supervises the effective management of the continuous debt collecting process and enforces the suspension of students where accounts are in arrears
  • Monitor the age analysis of the school. Assists with the compilation of the preliminary and final annual budget for the year with the assistance of the finance team and Executive Head
  • Effectively allocate resources and manage all daily activities of the school
  • Enforces the requirements of the OHS Act and oversees compliance
  • Identifies all risks and hazards and ensure precautionary measures are taken prior to the commencement of hazardous operations
  • Assumes overall responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of students, staff and visitors at all times
  • Effectively manage and ensure legislative compliance in terms of exam entries / registrations
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents;
  • Energetic, self-motivated and able to use own initiative;
  • Excellent analytical skills;
  • Enthusiastic, assertive and flexible;
  • Good organisational and administrative skills;
  • An open and creative outlook to education;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with parents, staff and learners and willingness to engage with learners and their families on a personal level to help children in the best way possible;
  • Must be a team player;
  • Computer literacy is imperative;
  • SACE registration
Qualifications
  • Minimum requirement is a recognised Degree and/or a 4-year professional Teaching Qualification.
Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience in the same and/or similar type of position and environment. Minimum of 3 years managerial experience in the same and/or similar type of position.

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Head of School Prep School

Centurion, Gauteng Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa

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  • Business Unit: Pinnacle College Raslouw – Preparatory
  • Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
  • Company primary industry: Education Management
  • Job functional area: Education

The ADvTECH Schools Division leads the private sector in the field of education, contributing meaningfully towards the sustainable development of human capacity in South Africa.

Duties required:

  • Executes the academic policies and procedures for all academic and support staff
  • Ensures that timetabling is done effectively ensuring that there are sufficient classrooms available to accommodate students
  • Implements and evaluates the application of existing policies and ensures the effective implementation of all policies and procedures
  • Leads and manages the academic and support staff in the achievement of set school objectives and targets by ensuring that the school is a high performing entity
  • Manages and conducts performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and takes corrective action where necessary. Ensuring effective implementation and management of succession plans.
  • Implements strategic Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements in partnership with the HRBP and HRC.
  • Ensures that the Employment Equity targets are met and identify suitable black candidates that can be mentored and developed
  • Ensures identification of critical skills essential for sustainability of service delivery and the development of succession plans
  • Effectively implement all Marketing initiatives to meet the enrolment targets and continuously strive to build and maintain a positive image of the school
  • Interview prospective new students and assist in meeting the school’s enrolment targets
  • Actively engaging in word of mouth marketing through all initiatives and events both at the school and at other school related functions
  • Manages the budget of the school working with the Executive Head and ensure cost containment
  • Supervises the effective management of the continuous debt collecting process and enforces the suspension of students where accounts are in arrears
  • Monitor the age analysis of the school. Assists with the compilation of the preliminary and final annual budget for the year with the assistance of the finance team and Executive Head
  • Effectively allocate resources and manage all daily activities of the school
  • Enforces the requirements of the OHS Act and oversees compliance
  • Identifies all risks and hazards and ensure precautionary measures are taken prior to the commencement of hazardous operations
  • Assumes overall responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of students, staff and visitors at all times
  • Effectively manage and ensure legislative compliance in terms of exam entries / registrations
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents;
  • Energetic, self-motivated and able to use own initiative;
  • Excellent analytical skills;
  • Enthusiastic, assertive and flexible;
  • Good organisational and administrative skills;
  • An open and creative outlook to education;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with parents, staff and learners and willingness to engage with learners and their families on a personal level to help children in the best way possible;
  • Must be a team player;
  • Computer literacy is imperative;
  • SACE registration

Qualifications:

  • Minimum requirement is a recognised Degree and/or a 4-year professional Teaching Qualification.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience in the same and/or similar type of position and environment. Minimum of 3 years managerial experience in the same and/or similar type of position.

Please apply online via the ADvTECH Career Portal:

Raslouw, Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

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Head of School High School

Gauteng, Gauteng ADvTECH

Posted 11 days ago

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Overview

The ADvTECH Schools Division leads the private sector in the field of education, contributing meaningfully towards the sustainable development of human capacity in South Africa.

Duties
  • Executes the academic policies and procedures for all academic and support staff
  • Ensures that timetabling is done effectively ensuring that there are sufficient classrooms available to accommodate students
  • Implements and evaluates the application of existing policies and ensures the effective implementation of all policies and procedures
  • Leads and manages the academic and support staff in the achievement of set school objectives and targets by ensuring that the school is a high performing entity
  • Manages and conducts performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and takes corrective action where necessary. Ensuring effective implementation and management of succession plans.
  • Implements strategic Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements in partnership with the HRBP and HRC.
  • Ensures that the Employment Equity targets are met and identify suitable black candidates that can be mentored and developed
  • Ensures identification of critical skills essential for sustainability of service delivery and the development of succession plans
  • Effectively implement all Marketing initiatives tomeet the enrolment targets and continuously strive to build and maintain a positive image of the school
  • Interview prospective new students and assist in meeting the school’s enrolment targets
  • Actively engaging in word of mouth marketing through all initiatives and events both at the school and at other school related functions
  • Manages the budget of the school working with the Executive Head and ensure cost containment
  • Supervises the effective management of the continuous debt collecting process and enforces the suspension of students where accounts are in arrears
  • Monitor the age analysis of the school. Assists with the compilation of the preliminary and final annual budget for the year with the assistance of the finance team and Executive Head
  • Effectively allocate resources and manage all daily activities of the school
  • Enforces the requirements of the OHS Act and oversees compliance
  • Identifies all risks and hazards and ensure precautionary measures are taken prior to the commencement of hazardous operations
  • Assumes overall responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of students, staff and visitors at all times
  • Effectively manage and ensure legislative compliance in terms of exam entries / registrations
Competencies / Skills / Requirements
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents;
  • Energetic, self-motivated and able to use own initiative;
  • Excellent analytical skills;
  • Enthusiastic, assertive and flexible;
  • Good organisational and administrative skills;
  • An open and creative outlook to education;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with parents, staff and learners and willingness to engage with learners and their families on a personal level to help children in the best way possible;
  • Must be a team player;
  • Computer literacy is imperative;
  • SACE registration
Qualifications

Minimum requirement is a recognised Degree and/or a 4-year professional Teaching Qualification.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience in the same and/or similar type of position and environment. Minimum of 3 years managerial experience in the same and/or similar type of position

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Deputy Head Middle School Waterfall

Johannesburg, Gauteng Inspired Education Group

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Deputy Head Middle School Waterfall

Location:

Johannesburg, ZA

Date: 29 Jan 2025

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddam House Waterfall is a co-educational and non-denominational environment designed to recognise, nurture and develop the individuality of each student placed in our care and to extend students to their maximum potential in all aspects of education.

Our teachers understand the need not only for the importance of teaching the required curriculum, but also for forming a relationship with your child, a relationship that is built on trust and mutual respect. The school’s architecture is perfectly suited to the rustic environment it finds itself in, with wood and stone-clad walls. The tranquil setting provides an atmosphere that is conducive to discovery and learning. Phase 1 of the Preparatory and Secondary School was opened in 2012 with 600 students and, with community confidence, the student body grew to more than 1000 students in 2013 and has continued to grow each subsequent year.

The school is designed ultimately to accommodate 2000 students. A caring, close-knit Reddam House community welcomes children from 1 year old to Grade 12. We nurture individuality, talent and self-assurance in a secure, relaxed and self-disciplined environment. Catering for Stage 1 to Grade 12 students, affiliated to the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) – and offering a diverse, stimulating subject choice – highly qualified, dynamic, experienced teachers are the custodians of your child’s future.

All students in our Preparatory School are required to participate in at least two extra-curricular activities per week. One sporting and one cultural. We encourage as much participation and involvement as possible. The Music @ Reddam programme is a wonderful curriculum offering for all students in Grades 4 – 6.

This programme involves an individual instrumental music lesson, as well as participation in an ensemble. All students are involved in the Reddam Gives Back Programme, whereby each class chooses a project in the wider community and facilitates the needs of their chosen programme during the year.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a leadership role within the College ensuring a holistic view to students and staff. Promoting the general progress and well-being of all students and teachers specifically focusing on guaranteeing a high level of academic and pastoral support in the Middle School. Create a positive learning environment and motivate teachers and students to ensure an education at the highest level. Carry out duties of a subject teacher. Part of the campus management team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Internal Academic and Pastoral responsibilities

  1. Set and reflect on academic targets as well as evaluate the outcomes continuously.
  2. Monitor, manage and implement work schedules.
  3. Ensure that communication with parents of students who are underperforming, indicating areas of concern and suggesting remedial action and or further assessment.
  4. Planning and running of mid-year and year-end examinations.
  5. Oversee the reporting system.
  6. Draw up the timetable.
  7. Assist in planning and running mid-year and year-end award ceremonies.
  8. Carry out class teaching duties/responsibilities.
  9. Act as the custodian of discipline in the Middle School.

External Academic Responsibility

  1. Be available to attend parent meetings and ensure that all relevant details that pertain to the student are available and on file for future reference and counseling sessions.
  2. Communicate with parents at functions/ meetings/ Information evenings regarding academic matters.
  3. Responsible for all correspondence with IEB / ISASA / Dept. of Education for all relevant Middle School matters.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
  • Able to set clear expectations and stretch goals.
  • Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback to parents and students.
  • A depth of understanding requirements in the relevant grades.
  • Ability to judge learning effectiveness.
  • Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance.
  • Genuine care and attention to the highest standards of student welfare.
  • Be involved in the interview process, interviewing prospective new staff members with senior management.
  • Take responsibility and assist with the mentorship of all new staff members.
  • Be approachable and caring to students, parents and colleagues.
  • Work on being an individual with high EQ.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years experience in a management role will be advantageous.
  • University qualification.
  • Certified Teaching Status.
  • SACE accredited.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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PRIMARY SCHOOL HEAD

Cape Town, Western Cape Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa

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The German International School Cape Town (DSK) is a vibrant place of learning and exchange for children and young people from Grade 1 to 12. Since 1883, we have been guiding young learners on their educational journey – today in a modern, open environment with both a German and an English stream. Our qualifications, the German Abitur and the IEB, open doors to universities in South Africa and Europe. An engaged school community and a dedicated faculty shape the distinctive atmosphere of our school.

For our German-speaking Primary School (grades 1 – 4) we are seeking an experienced and committed individual with pedagogical expertise, leadership skills, and a genuine passion for education to take on the responsibility of Head of the Primary School.

In this role you will be responsible for :

  • Creation and revision of the school curricula for grades 1-4 in accordance with the
  • regulations of the state of Baden-Wuerttemberg (GER)
  • Planning and organising the foundation school grades 1 to 4.
  • Admission of new foundation school students in consultation with the School principal
  • Organising and arranging Open days and parent information evenings
  • Development of the Primary School timetable and teacher subject distribution
  • Preparation and implementation of change in the Primary School curriculum in conjunction with the Pedagogical Head
  • Collaboration with the German Kindergarten and Primary Schools in the greater Cape Town area to develop language support concepts.
  • Close cooperation with the DSK Learning Centre and after-school care
  • Ensuring a high standard of quality teaching with transition to the secondary classes,
  • Creating an environment to promote learning, active implementation of the vision and mission statements
  • Attending parent meetings when requested
  • Preparing the annual budget for the Primary School

To be considered for this key role you will require :

  • A relevant teaching degree (preferably post- graduate)
  • Have 8 – 10 years of full-time teaching experience
  • To be SACE registered
  • Experience in a previous senior position in a similar role as Head or Deputy Head of a Primary School will be an advantage.
  • Mother tongue German language proficiency with an excellent command of English both written and spoken.
  • South African citizenship / Permanent residency or a valid work visa.

Other Skills:

  • Well-developed public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Experience in mediation, counselling and conflict resolution
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively at various levels (verbal, written, interpersonal, public)
  • Ability to manage and work within a team
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), Smartboard skills are a plus, as is an understanding of electronic communication solutions

In return we offer a responsible leadership position in an international, modern and diverse working environment together with an attractive and competitive remuneration package.

If interested, please send a detailed CV and covering letter to by Monday, 15 September 2025.

The German International School in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The school reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application will not in itself entitle an applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.

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Head of School - Health ( Medical & Health Sciences)

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Head of School - Health (Medical & Health Sciences)

Recruiter:

Dananda Talent

Job Ref:

JHB /Evely

Date posted:

Monday, July 7, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:

Job Title: Head of School – Health (Medical and Health Sciences)

Job Type: Full-time | Senior Leadership

Position Summary:

The Head of School: Health will lead and strategically manage the medical and health sciences portfolio, ensuring academic quality, industry relevance, operational excellence, and growth. This includes overseeing health-related qualifications, regulatory compliance, faculty leadership, research development, and stakeholder engagement.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Academic Oversight

  • Lead the strategic development of the School of Health, aligned with mission and market demands.
  • Develop, review, and manage health and medical programmes (e.g., nursing, public health, health management, allied health sciences).
  • Ensure alignment with accreditation and regulatory bodies (e.g., CHE, SAQA, HPCSA, SANC).

Quality Assurance & Curriculum Development

  • Oversee curriculum design and updates to meet global standards, technological advancement, and emerging trends in healthcare.
  • Implement quality assurance processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Faculty & Student Success

  • Recruit, mentor, and manage a diverse and expert academic team.
  • Promote student success through excellence in teaching, academic support, and experiential learning.

Industry & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build partnerships with hospitals, clinics, health departments, research institutions, and professional councils.
  • Represent the company at academic, regulatory, and industry forums.

Operational & Financial Management

  • Manage the school's budget, resource allocation, and performance targets.
  • Drive enrolment, retention, and revenue growth in health-related programmes.

Research & Innovation

  • Encourage faculty and student research in healthcare innovation, policy, and practice.
  • Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and community impact projects.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Education: PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Health Sciences, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 8–10 years in academic leadership, preferably in a higher education institution offering health/medical programmes.
  • Proven experience in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and regulatory compliance.
  • Established network in the healthcare sector, both public and private.
  • Experience with digital learning platforms and modern health education methodologies is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

  • Strategic thinking and visionary leadership
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Academic and research excellence
  • Knowledge of healthcare policy, systems, and education trends
  • Operational and financial acumen
  • Commitment to transformation and social impact
  • Drive innovation in an agile and entrepreneurial environment.

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The Faculty of Humanities invites applications for the Headship of the School of literature, Language and Media. The appointment is for a fixed period of five years, though this period may be shortened by mutual agreement to no less than three years. The head should be available to take up the position as soon as possible, preferably by 1st January 2026.

The Head will lead the School in establishing and maintain a position of excellence. He/she will need vision and strong material skill and senior experience within a University. In order to command the respect and confidence of the School, the Head should also have standing as a researcher and an academic or professional. He or she would also be expected to continue to grow the Schools public events profile and support courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. In addition to steering the transformation of the curriculum and staff, it is expected that the incumbent will pay attention to potential areas of growth in the school, promote multilingualism, improve research productivity, and craft strategies for growth in postgraduate student numbers.

Job Requirements

Such an individual should be in possession of a PhD and is at the rank of either an Associate Professor or Full Professor; have a strong record of teaching and research in any of the literature, language and media disciplines and would be expected to retain a commitment to teaching and research in their discipline alongside the very considerable administrative responsibilities involved in leading the School. The individual should have a demonstrable track-record of academic and strategic leadership as well as hands-on management experience within a university. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven record of effective financial and human resources management and possess excellent communication and inter-personal skills. There should be evidence of the candidate’s ability to maintain and extend the School’s existing international partnerships, and its engagements with the rest of Africa in the interests of enhancing the School’s academic and research profile. Finally, as the Head of School, the candidate in collaboration with the departments and research entities will be required to articulate a clear vision and set the direction of the School within the wider mission of the Faculty and University and to lead and manage the School in meeting its strategic goals. The successful candidate must provide academic and research leadership, by positioning the School appropriately in local, national, regional, and global contexts.

The remuneration will be appropriate to the seniority of the post and will be negotiated on an individual basis.

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Head of School - School of Literature, Languages & Media

Johannesburg, Gauteng University of the Witwatersrand

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Brief Description

The Faculty of Humanities invites applications for the Headship of the School of literature, Language and Media. The appointment is for a fixed period of five years, though this period may be shortened by mutual agreement to no less than three years. The head should be available to take up the position as soon as possible, preferably by 1st January 2026.

The Head will lead the School in establishing and maintain a position of excellence. He/she will need vision and strong material skill and senior experience within a University. In order to command the respect and confidence of the School, the Head should also have standing as a researcher and an academic or professional. He or she would also be expected to continue to grow the Schools public events profile and support courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. In addition to steering the transformation of the curriculum and staff, it is expected that the incumbent will pay attention to potential areas of growth in the school, promote multilingualism, improve research productivity, and craft strategies for growth in postgraduate student numbers.

Job Requirements

Such an individual should be in possession of a PhD and is at the rank of either an Associate Professor or Full Professor; have a strong record of teaching and research in any of the literature, language and media disciplines and would be expected to retain a commitment to teaching and research in their discipline alongside the very considerable administrative responsibilities involved in leading the School. The individual should have a demonstrable track-record of academic and strategic leadership as well as hands-on management experience within a university. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven record of effective financial and human resources management and possess excellent communication and inter-personal skills. There should be evidence of the candidate’s ability to maintain and extend the School’s existing international partnerships, and its engagements with the rest of Africa in the interests of enhancing the School’s academic and research profile. Finally, as the Head of School, the candidate in collaboration with the departments and research entities will be required to articulate a clear vision and set the direction of the School within the wider mission of the Faculty and University and to lead and manage the School in meeting its strategic goals. The successful candidate must provide academic and research leadership, by positioning the School appropriately in local, national, regional, and global contexts.

The remuneration will be appropriate to the seniority of the post and will be negotiated on an individual basis.

For further information ONLY regarding the School, the post and selection procedures, contact Professor Mucha Musemwa, Dean, at

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Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced School Deputy Head to lead and manage the Prim

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Date posted:

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

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SUMMARY:

Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced School Deputy Head to lead and manage the Prim

POSITION INFO:

Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced School Deputy Head to lead and manage the Primary section. This role is ideal for a passionate educator with strong leadership skills and a solid background in international education systems, particularly the Cambridge curriculum.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and implement planned academic and administrative activities within the Primary section
  • Assist the Head of School in developing strategies to uphold high educational standards
  • Support resource planning and management to ensure efficient school operations
  • Organize and supervise the Primary school faculty
  • Liaise with parents, guardians, and other stakeholders to foster a collaborative school environment
  • The Deputy Head – Primary will report directly to the Head of School

Key Skills

  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and team leadership
  • Innovative mindset and energetic personality
  • In-depth knowledge of international school systems, especially the Cambridge curriculum
  • Minimum of 10 years’ work experience, with at least 5 years at a senior level (e.g., Head of Department or Deputy Head)

Qualifications

  • Full Grade 12 School Certificate or Cambridge Certificate with at least five (5) “O” level credits, including English
  • Degree in Education or a related field



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