Deputy Head - Discipline & Pastoral Care - Centurion - Jan 2026

Edustaff; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Centurion is seeking a Deputy Head for the High School. This position involves managing student discipline, supporting staff, and overseeing pastoral care programs. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of teaching and management experience and a recognized teaching qualification. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years Teaching and Management experience in a similar environment.
• SACE Registration required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the School Management Team (SMT).
• Oversee student discipline and behaviour management.
• Implement the school’s code of conduct.
• Support staff in effective classroom management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Computer literacy

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Organisational skills

Education

Recognised Degree and/or 4-year post-matric Teaching Qualification

Job description

Overview

Our client - a private school in Centurion is looking for a Deputy Head - High School. Discipline and Pastoral care

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the School Management Team (SMT)
• Oversee all matters relating to student discipline and behaviour management
• Implement and monitor the school’s code of conduct and disciplinary policies
• Support and mentor staff in effective classroom management
• Conduct disciplinary hearings internally and represent the school in external hearings
• Lead initiatives to promote positive behaviour and student wellbeing
• Oversee pastoral care programmes to support students’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Work hand in hand with the Sports and Arts Coordinator to ensure discipline and encourage participation in the co-curricular programme
• Coordinate the Bible Education lessons across the school
• Liaise with parents, guardians, and external professionals where necessary
• Maintain accurate records of disciplinary actions and pastoral intervention
• Report regularly to the Principal on discipline and pastoral care matters

Competencies

• An open and creative outlook to education;
• Ability to motivate and deal empathetically at all levels;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents;
• Energetic, self-motivated and able to use own initiative
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Conflict management skills;
• Computer literacy is imperative;
• Must be a team player;
• SACE Registration.

Requirements

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

Experience

• Minimum 5 years Teaching and Management experience in the same or similar type of position in a similar environment

Note: Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.