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Head of High School at Curro Soshanguve at Curro Holdings Ltd
Curro Holdings Ltd
September 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Key performance areas
Academic Leadership Oversee the management of academics across the high school, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and curriculum delivery.
Strategic Planning & Implementation Develop and execute annual business and strategic plans, incorporating academics, sport, cultural activities, social responsibility, marketing, brand image, and facilities management.
School Administration & Curriculum Management Plan and manage school administration and academic operations, including timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties, and communication processes.
Staff Management & Mentorship Lead and mentor staff through recruitment, performance appraisals, disciplinary processes, skills development, and mediation.
Pastoral Care & Discipline Manage interventions and disciplinary processes while guiding staff in pastoral responsibilities.
Student Development & Fundraising Oversee student leadership programmes and coordinate fundraising initiatives.
Financial Management Develop and manage the school budget, including payroll administration.
Health, Safety & Security Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security standards across the school environment.
Assessment & Reporting Manage assessments and reporting processes, from scheduling timetables to evaluating remedial actions.
Learning Environment Management Plan and oversee classroom and learning environment set-up for optimal performance, including provision and maintenance of learning tools and equipment.
Assessment & Homework Oversight Coordinate formal and continuous assessments, homework, moderation, revision, and supervision.
Teaching & Outreach Teach and tutor classes while actively participating in outreach drives and school events.
Qualifications, experience and skills
BEd degree and/or PGCE in FET education, with an honours degree in education advantageous
Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a phase head or deputy head at a high school
Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen
Knwowledge of CAPS curriculum
Tech-savvy with an eye for modern educational tools
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
Proficient in Microsoft Office
SACE-registered
Clear criminal record
Closing date: 01 October 2026.
Academic Leadership Oversee the management of academics across the high school, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and curriculum delivery.
Strategic Planning & Implementation Develop and execute annual business and strategic plans, incorporating academics, sport, cultural activities, social responsibility, marketing, brand image, and facilities management.
School Administration & Curriculum Management Plan and manage school administration and academic operations, including timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties, and communication processes.
Staff Management & Mentorship Lead and mentor staff through recruitment, performance appraisals, disciplinary processes, skills development, and mediation.
Pastoral Care & Discipline Manage interventions and disciplinary processes while guiding staff in pastoral responsibilities.
Student Development & Fundraising Oversee student leadership programmes and coordinate fundraising initiatives.
Financial Management Develop and manage the school budget, including payroll administration.
Health, Safety & Security Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security standards across the school environment.
Assessment & Reporting Manage assessments and reporting processes, from scheduling timetables to evaluating remedial actions.
Learning Environment Management Plan and oversee classroom and learning environment set-up for optimal performance, including provision and maintenance of learning tools and equipment.
Assessment & Homework Oversight Coordinate formal and continuous assessments, homework, moderation, revision, and supervision.
Teaching & Outreach Teach and tutor classes while actively participating in outreach drives and school events.
Qualifications, experience and skills
BEd degree and/or PGCE in FET education, with an honours degree in education advantageous
Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a phase head or deputy head at a high school
Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen
Knwowledge of CAPS curriculum
Tech-savvy with an eye for modern educational tools
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
Proficient in Microsoft Office
SACE-registered
Clear criminal record
Closing date: 01 October 2026.