Deputy Principal

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leading private school in Centurion, is seeking a committed and experienced Deputy Principal (Discipline and Pastoral Care) to join their high school leadership team. This role calls for a leader who can maintain firm yet supportive discipline, while also driving initiatives that support the holistic development and well-being of learners.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

• Play an active role as part of the School Management Team (SMT).
• Take responsibility for learner discipline and behaviour management across the high school.
• Enforce, review, and refine the school’s code of conduct and discipline policies.
• Guide and support teachers in building effective classroom management strategies.
• Chair internal disciplinary processes and represent the school in external hearings when required.
• Champion initiatives that encourage positive learner behaviour and well-being.
• Oversee pastoral care programmes, ensuring learners’ social, emotional, and academic needs are supported.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and foster engagement in co-curricular activities.
• Coordinate and manage Bible Education lessons across the school.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, guardians, and external professionals when necessary.
• Maintain comprehensive records of disciplinary processes and pastoral care interventions.
• Provide the Principal with regular updates on discipline and pastoral care matters.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• 5–10 years’ experience in a high school environment.
• Currently serving as a Deputy Principal, Head of Department, or Grade Head.
• SACE registration
• Familiarity with the IEB curriculum.
• Previous experience in the private school sector will be an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• A passion for guiding learners’ personal development within a disciplined, values-driven environment.