Curro Holdings is a major independent school provider in South Africa offering jobs in teaching, administration, facilities management, and support. Employees generally report a supportive, values-driven school culture, though feedback on pay and benefits tends to be mixed.
Develop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation, including academics, sport and cultural activities, social responsibility, marketing, brand image and facilities management
Plan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties and communication
Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development and mediation
Manage interventions and disciplinary processes and mentor staff in pastoral duties
Manage student leadership programmes and fundraising
Develop and manage the school budget, including payroll
Manage health, safety and security
Manage assessments and reporting, from setting up timetables to evaluating remedial actions
Plan and manage classroom/learning environment set-up for optimal performance, including managing the provision and maintenance of learning tools and equipment
Plan and manage assessments (formal and continuous) and homework, including moderation, revision and supervision
Teach and tutor classes and participate in outreach drives and 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
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
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