Head of Science & Physics Department - Innovation Leader

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Leadership stipends

Professional development

George location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an inspiring Head of Science Department (Physics) to lead the science faculty in George, Western Cape. This leadership role shapes the future of science education, drives innovation, and ensures academic excellence across all science disciplines.

The successful candidate develops curricula, mentors staff, and aligns with national standards in a dynamic school setting. The role involves resource management, implementing new pedagogical approaches, and fostering

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics or related science from an accredited university.
• A valid teaching qualification recognized in South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years of teaching experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum design and assessment in science education.
• Strong understanding of inquiry-based learning and STEM integration.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing budgets and resources.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Science Department, overseeing curriculum, teaching, and learning.
• Develop, implement, and review science curricula to meet standards.
• Mentor and support science teachers, fostering professional development.
• Manage departmental budgets and resources for teaching and labs.
• Promote scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and hands-on experiments.
• Oversee science-related extracurricular activities, competitions, and field trips.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in all laboratory work.
• Collaborate with other department heads on school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum design

Mentoring

Budget management

Communication

STEM integration

Safety compliance

Education

Master's degree in Physics or related science

South Africa teaching qualification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an inspiring Head of Science Department (Physics) to lead the science faculty in George, Western Cape. This leadership role shapes the future of science education, drives innovation, and ensures academic excellence across all science disciplines.

The successful candidate develops curricula, mentors staff, and aligns with national standards in a dynamic school setting. The role involves resource management, implementing new pedagogical approaches, and fostering