Founded in 1953 on a farm in the Randburg district, the College today is encircled by the northern suburbs of Johannesburg. Established as a boys’ school, the College took the bold step to build a girls’ school on the campus in 1995, creating the possibility of a unique synergy model.
St Stithians is a Methodist School and a circuit of the Central Distr...
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GC - Deputy Head: School Administration and Operations
St Stithians Girls’ College invites applications for the abovementioned position which will be available from September 2026 (negotiable). The position reports directly to the Head of School, Girls’ College.
The position requires a candidate who is highly organised, a creative solution-seeker and deeply passionate about the education of girls.
The candidate needs to have the ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with staff, students and parents.
The successful candidate will be interested and pro-active about their own professional growth as well as that of students and staff. The position requires a person who will work effectively with the school’s management and Directors in various pillars to improve the delivery, measurable outcomes and smooth functioning of the Girls’ College.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position as set out below:
A suitable professional qualification and appropriate educational experience particularly in girls’ education
The ability to develop, foster and sustain appropriate partnerships and positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders and promote collaboration in the educational experiences of the schools of St Stithians College and in the broader schooling environment
A visionary, with the ability to influence those in your care as well as being diplomatic, decisive, inclusive and a source of energy and inspiration
A high level of organisational, managerial and administrative skills as well as the ability to role model the attributes of a servant leader
Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence in communication and excels in fast‑paced, constantly shifting environments
Solid knowledge and experience of corporate governance principles and performance management strategies
A comprehensive and progressive understanding of, and experience in, the opportunities and challenges of leading and managing a South African school in the 21st century in the context of national transformation
A sound and progressive understanding of the South African curriculum and international trends in education and be willing to teach
An understanding of budget management and financial planning
Previous experience in a senior leadership position within an IEB school would be a distinct advantage
A commitment to on-going personal and professional development
An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender’s clearance certificate.
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