BP - Deputy Head: Academics, Research and Innovation at St Stithians College

Requirements

• The Boys' Preparatory invites applications for the following position which will be available from 1 May 2027.
• Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.

The requirements for this position are:

• A suitable professional qualification and appropriate educational experience, particularly in boys’ education; previous leadership experience within an ISASA school would be advantageous.
• A minimum of eight years’ experience in an academic leadership role.
• Be a strategic thinker with the ability to lead across all areas of the school, working closely with the Head of School to shape and implement the school’s vision and strategic priorities.
• Provide strategic academic leadership and work closely with the Director of Academics, who reports to the Deputy Head: Academics, Research and Innovation, to ensure an excellent, innovative and research-informed academic experience across Boys’ Prep.
• Lead teaching and learning, overseeing curriculum development, alignment and appropriate academic progression from Grade 3–7, informed by a sound understanding of the South African curriculum and international educational trends.
• Lead assessment, academic standards, research and innovation through performance monitoring, evidence-informed decisions, professional inquiry and the evaluation of innovative teaching approaches.
• Support and develop academic leaders and coordinators, guide staff professional development and lead the school improvement team.
• Foster positive stakeholder relationships within Boys’ Prep, across the College and in the broader education community, collaborating with relevant College and external academic networks.
• Demonstrate strong organisational, managerial, administrative and communication skills, together with an understanding of budget management and financial planning.
• Be willing to participate actively in the broader life of the school and the rest of the College.
• Uphold the values, Methodist ethos and mission of the College.