School Principal

Jobs 4 All; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Germiston is seeking a School Principal to lead and manage the school effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a strong teaching background with extensive experience in school management and academic leadership. Key responsibilities include ensuring curriculum implementation, fostering a positive learning culture, and compliance with education legislation. This role requires excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years teaching experience, including 3-5 years in a senior or management role.
• Proven experience in school management or academic leadership.
• Strong knowledge of education policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, academic, and operational leadership.
• Ensure effective implementation and monitoring of the curriculum.
• Oversee school administration, reporting, and record-keeping.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Organisational skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Job Purpose

The School Principal will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and administration of the school. The role requires a visionary leader who can uphold high academic standards, ensure compliance with the Department of Basic Education, and foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing learning culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, academic, and operational leadership
• Ensure effective implementation and monitoring of the curriculum
• Lead, manage, support, and evaluate teaching and administrative staff
• Monitor learner performance and drive continuous academic improvement
• Ensure compliance with education legislation, policies, and school regulations
• Oversee school administration, reporting, and record-keeping
• Develop and enforce learner discipline and behaviour management policies
• Build strong relationships with parents, guardians, and key stakeholders
• Represent the school at departmental, district, and community forums
• Manage school resources, facilities, and budgets responsibly
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive school culture

Minimum Requirements

• Recognised teaching qualification
• 510 years teaching experience, including 35 years in a senior or management role
• Proven experience in school management or academic leadership
• Strong knowledge of education policies and legislation
• Experience in staff management, discipline, and performance management

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and confident decision-making ability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Well-developed organisational and administrative skills
• Strategic thinking and effective problem-solving
• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and accountability
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Advantageous (Preferred)

• Experience as a Deputy Principal or Head of Department
• Formal leadership or management training
• Experience in financial and budget management