Head of Primary School | Woodhill College

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

Job summary

A leading independent schooling provider is seeking a Head of Primary School at Woodhill College in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a BEd degree or equivalent, with 3-5 years of educational management experience. Responsibilities include developing strategic plans, teaching, mentoring staff, and overseeing school administration. The role offers a full-time position starting in April 2026.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a phase head or deputy head at an educational institution.
• Knowledge of the IEB curriculum.
• Proven management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the school.
• Teach and manage classes effectively.
• Mentor staff and manage recruitment.
• Oversee health, safety, and security.
• Manage school budget and administration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Planning

Mentoring

Education

BEd degree

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Head of Primary School | Woodhill College

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 primary school (full-time) at Woodhill College in Pretoria to commence duties in April 2026.

Curro Holdings is seeking to appoint a head of primary school who is forward-thinking and has the ability to lead and nurture staff members at Woodhill College in Pretoria. The head of primary 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 primary 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 curriculum for the foundation and intermediate 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, social responsibility, marketing, brand image, facilities management, aftercare programme and enrolment.
• Teach and tutor classes using modern-day tools and processes, manage class administration and participate in outreach drives and events.
• Manage health, safety and security.
• Manage interventions and disciplinary processes and mentor staff in pastoral duties.
• Plan and manage events.
• Develop and manage the school budget.
• Plan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties, communication and suppliers.
• Manage assessments and reporting, from setting up timetables to evaluating remedial actions.
• Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development and mediation.
• Manage classrooms, including classroom design and set-up for optimal performance, provision and maintenance of learning tools and equipment, disciplinary rules and communication with learners and parents.
• Plan and manage assessments (formal and continuous) and homework, including moderation, revision and supervision.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• BEd degree and/or PGCE or an equivalent, with an honours degree in education or a related field advantageous.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a phase head or deputy head at an educational institution.
• Knowledge of the IEB curriculum.
• Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen.
• 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 Act (POPIA). You have the right to ask what information is used when and how and to revoke consent at any time.

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