Key performance areas<\/p>\n
Qualifications, experience and skills<\/p>\n
\tCurro 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.
\n\tCurro Holdings seeks to appoint a head of primary school (full-time) at Curro Mbombela in Mpumalanga to commence duties in January 2026.
\n\tCurro 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 Curro Mbombela in Mpumalanga.
\n\tThe 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.
\n\tThe 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.
\n\tIn addition, the role involves teaching and coordinating specific subjects as per the Curro curriculum for the foundation and intermediate phase.<\/p>\n
Key performance areas<\/p>\n
\tDevelop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation, including academics, social responsibility, marketing, brand image, facilities management, aftercare programme and enrolment.
\n\tTeach and tutor classes using modern-day tools and processes, manage class administration and participate in outreach drives and events.
\n\tManage health, safety and security.
\n\tManage interventions and disciplinary processes and mentor staff in pastoral duties.
\n\tPlan and manage events.
\n\tDevelop and manage the school budget.
\n\tPlan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties, communication and suppliers.
\n\tManage assessments and reporting, from setting up timetables to evaluating remedial actions.
\n\tManage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development and mediation.
\n\tManage 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.
\n\tPlan and manage assessments (formal and continuous) and homework, including moderation, revision and supervision.<\/p>\n
Qualifications, experience and skills<\/p>\n
\tBEd degree and\/or PGCE or an equivalent, with an honours degree in education or a related field advantageous.
\n\tMinimum 3-5 years\u2019 experience as a phase head or deputy head at an educational institution.
\n\tKnowledge of the CAPS curriculum.
\n\tProven management and leadership skills and business acumen.
\n\tAbility to lead and mentor staff members.
\n\tExcellent communication, organisational and planning skills.
\n\tWilling and able to work extended hours, travel and to become involved in all aspects of school life.
\n\tProficient in Microsoft Office.
\n\tSACE-registered.
\n\tClear criminal record.<\/p>\n
Closing date:\u00a028 November 2025<\/p>\n
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