Head of Sports (Grades 8-12) - Lead, Develop & Excel

Curro Holdings Ltd; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Curro Holdings Ltd in South Africa seeks a Head of Sports for Grades 8 to 12 at Curro Hillcrest. The role involves day‑to‑day management of the sports department and building a positive sporting culture, with duties starting in January 2027.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised qualification, at least three years in a similar role, current SACE registration, and strong leadership, organisational and coaching skills. Interaction with staff, learners and parents is key.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Current SACE registration.
• Ability to lead and develop a school sports programme.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management, control and operation of the sports department.
• Set high personal standards in attendance, behaviour and dress.
• Build strong relationships with teachers and learners.
• Foster teamwork within the department.
• Demonstrate confidentiality in all work aspects.
• Stay updated with coaching practice and forward-planning.
• Establish common standards of practice and promote school ethos.
• Support planning and delivery of school activities.
• Develop links with partner schools and the community.
• Coach and perform duties in line with school policies.
• Encourage excellence in coaching and develop others' practice.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Communication

Problem solving

Education

SACE registration

Job description

Curro Holdings Ltd in South Africa seeks a Head of Sports for Grades 8 to 12 at Curro Hillcrest. The role involves day‑to‑day management of the sports department and building a positive sporting culture, with duties starting in January 2027.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised qualification, at least three years in a similar role, current SACE registration, and strong leadership, organisational and coaching skills. Interaction with staff, learners and parents is key.