Executive Head of High School & Campus (Multi-School)

Curro Holdings Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Curro Holdings Ltd invites applications for the role of Executive Head (High School) at Curro Thatchfield in Centurion. The appointment will commence duties in January 2027, with responsibility for the growth, profitability, quality and service across preschool, primary and high school on campus.

The executive head will lead compliance with legislation and Curro policies, mentor staff, drive curricula (CAPS/IEB) and promote learner‑centred, values‑based education across three schools while

Qualifications

• Honours degree in education, specialising in school leadership and management or equivalent.
• Experience as a head or manager of a campus or educational institution, with 3–5 years’ experience as head of a primary or high school advantageous.
• Knowledge of curricula for all learning phases, including CAPS and IEB.
• Proven leadership, management, and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Develop an annual business and strategic 10‑year plan and manage its implementation.
• Develop and manage the annual budget, in alignment with the 10‑year plan and EBITDA.
• Design and implement annual curriculum planning approaches.
• Manage and represent internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee health, safety and security.
• Compile and submit required reports (academic and non‑academic).
• Mentor staff and lead marketing and social responsibility.
• Oversee school facilities and new building activities.
• Provide pastoral leadership for staff and learners and manage interventions and disciplinary hearings.
• Coordinate and attend all school events.

Job description

Curro Holdings Ltd invites applications for the role of Executive Head (High School) at Curro Thatchfield in Centurion. The appointment will commence duties in January 2027, with responsibility for the growth, profitability, quality and service across preschool, primary and high school on campus.

The executive head will lead compliance with legislation and Curro policies, mentor staff, drive curricula (CAPS/IEB) and promote learner‑centred, values‑based education across three schools while