Head Of Primary School Curro Academy Sandown

Curro Holdings Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town seeks a Head of Primary School to lead the academic and extracurricular aspects of the school. The ideal candidate will have a B. Prim Ed qualification, management experience, and a deep understanding of the IEB curriculum. This role involves mentoring staff, coordinating curriculums, and ensuring high standards of education are upheld.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a leadership position.
• Current SACE registration required.
• Clear criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of teaching and learning practice.
• Assist in maintaining quality of teaching and learning.
• Manage annual budget and provisions for teaching materials.

Skills

Management & leadership skills

Knowledge of IEB curriculum

Innovative thinking

Ability to lead staff

Education

B. Prim Ed qualification

Honours degree

Job description

Job title : Head of Primary School Curro Academy Sandown

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : June 16, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with the following experience, qualifications and / or skillsets :

• Ability to strive and achieve excellence in the academic, sport, culture, and service offerings atCurro Academy Sandown .
• Must have at least the necessary B. Prim Ed qualification, an advantage for Honours degree and Higher.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a leadership position and the ability to lead and nurture staff members.
• Innovative and forward thinking.
• Excellent management & leadership skills.
• Knowledge of IEB curriculum and delivery thereof.
• Current SACE registration.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are :

• Working together with the executive head and school leadership to ensure high standards of teaching and learning practice and processes.
• Actively assisting the executive head in ensuring good professional practice, standards, and quality of teaching and learning of subject / s in the school.
• Advising and contributing to curriculum development at school and system level.
• Coordinating the teaching and learning of the curriculum prescribed by the group.
• Develop and manage the annual budget across the primary school.
• Ensuring timely and adequate provision of textbooks, materials, and equipment required for effective teaching.
• Ensuring that the maintenance and upkeep of equipment related to learning is regularly carried out.
• Preparing specifications and budgets for the requirements of the subject-specific teaching tools and equipment, including laboratory equipment.
• Mentoring other teachers in the subject / level of their specialty.
• Holding and leading regular departmental meetings and ensuring the keeping of minutes.
• Encouraging participation in group curriculum projects.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.