Head of High School | Grantleigh

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Richards Bay is seeking a Head of High School. This role requires strategic leadership, the ability to mentor staff, and a minimum of 3-5 years experience as a phase head. Responsibilities include developing academic plans, managing staff and student leadership programs, and teaching integrated subjects. The ideal candidate will possess strong management skills and be tech-savvy. Applications must include a CV and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a phase head or deputy head at a high school.
• Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff members.

Responsibilities

• Develop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation.
• Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment and appraisals.
• Teach and tutor classes as per the curricula.

Skills

Management skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tech-savviness

Education

BEd degree and/or PGCE in FET education

Honours degree in education

Job description

Curro Holdings is a JSE‑listed independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values‑based environment and offers learner‑centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro Holdings seeks to appoint a head of high school (full‑time) at Grantleigh in Richards Bay to commence duties in January 2026.

Curro Holdings is seeking to appoint a head of high school who is a strategic thinker and can lead with heart and purpose at Grantleigh in Richards Bay. The head of high school is responsible for managing school targets through the effective application of Curro policies and procedures as adapted and customised to the needs of the school. The head of high school is also responsible for the active teaching, knowledge transfer, skills development and growth of positive attitudes among learners through integrated and focused teaching approaches and mentoring staff. In addition, the role involves teaching and coordinating specific subjects as per the Curro and IEB curricula for the senior phase.

Curro is an equal‑opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Develop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation, including academics, sport and cultural activities, social responsibility, marketing, brand image and facilities management.
• Plan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties and communication.
• Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development and mediation.
• Manage interventions and disciplinary processes and mentor staff in pastoral duties.
• Manage student leadership programmes and fundraising.
• Develop and manage the school budget, including payroll.
• Manage health, safety and security.
• Manage assessments and reporting, from setting up timetables to evaluating remedial actions.
• Plan and manage classroom/learning environment set‑up for optimal performance, including managing the provision and maintenance of learning tools and equipment.
• Plan and manage assessments (formal and continuous) and homework, including moderation, revision and supervision.
• Teach and tutor classes and participate in outreach drives and events.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• BEd degree and/or PGCE in FET education, with an honours degree in education advantageous.
• Minimum 3‑5 years’ experience as a phase head or deputy head at a high school.
• Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen.
• Tech‑savvy with an eye for modern educational tools.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff members.
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills.
• Willing and able to work extended hours, travel and to become involved in all aspects of school life.

Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration as part of your online application.

Consent to use your personal information

By submitting your application, you give Curro Holdings the right to process your personal information as required for recruitment purposes in alignment with the Protection of Personal Information ActPOPIA). You have the right to ask what information is used when and how and to revoke consent at any time.

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