Head of Natural Sciences — Hybrid Leadership

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Head of Department for Natural Sciences at a Vereeniging, Gauteng secondary school. This leadership role shapes the curriculum, oversees Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences, and guides science educators toward academic excellence.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Natural Science or Science Education, a PGCE, and at least seven years of secondary teaching experience, with three years in leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Natural Science discipline or Science Education.
• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Minimum 7 years of secondary science teaching experience.
• At least 3 years in leadership/management within an educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of the SA National Curriculum Statement (NCS).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Natural Sciences department (Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences).
• Develop, implement and review departmental curriculum and teaching strategies.
• Recruit, train and performance-manage science educators.
• Monitor student progress and maintain high teaching standards.
• Promote innovative science education with new technologies and pedagogical approaches.
• Manage department budget and resources.
• Foster collaboration among staff and liaison with administration, parents, and external stakeholders.
• Organize department events, science fairs and extracurricular activities.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and development of the school.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Team management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Master’s degree in Natural Science or Science Education

PGCE

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Head of Department for Natural Sciences at a Vereeniging, Gauteng secondary school. This leadership role shapes the curriculum, oversees Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences, and guides science educators toward academic excellence.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Natural Science or Science Education, a PGCE, and at least seven years of secondary teaching experience, with three years in leadership.