Executive Head - Combined School in Benoni - Jan 2022

SUMMARY:
Executive Head required for a combined private school in Benoni.
To commence Jan 2022

POSITION INFO:
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader and educationalist who will continuously innovate while enriching and inspiring all school stakeholders. Candidates should have a proven track record of successful leadership as principal of a secondary school.
Description of the role:
The Executive Head is the strategic leader of the Early Childhood Development Centre, Preparatory School and College. He or she will also fulfill the role of Principal of . The candidate will be expected to implement the following objectives as per the current strategy for the college:
 Develop a holistic educational customer value proposition
 Ensure quality of education
 Implement an effective school operations model
 Continuously improve the quality of the facilities on the campus
 Create an optimised school structure
 Develop and grow the employee value proposition
 Develop a technological plan to put  at the forefront in the use of technology
Areas of responsibility:
 Strategy  leadership, direction and execution through the implementation of all defined strategic objectives
 In a spirit of collaboration strive to secure all stakeholders commitment to strategy
 Constantly striving for excellence in all aspects of school life
 Ensuring that the ethos and values of the school are maintained and are reflected in every aspect of school life
 Keeping abreast of all new developments in the educational sector and greater environment proposing adjustments and improvements where necessary
Staff management and leadership
 Attracting and retaining quality educators
 Ensuring the highest standard of excellence in learning and teaching
 Building a professional team to ensure the achievement of the strategic objectives
 Ensuring the roles and responsibilities of all staff are clear and that high standards of performance are set and achieved
 Ensuring that all appropriate HR policies and procedures are in place
Academic and pastoral excellence
 Overseeing the implementation of an all-round educational programme which will enable all pupils to grow, realising their full potential and be fully equipped to meet the demands of the 21st Century
 Managing the continued development of a strong curriculum with vigorous assessments
 Ensuring that all pupils achieve their full academic potential and thereby entrench academic excellence at
 Ensuring a strong pastoral system to enable all pupils to be integrated in the school system which will allow each individual personal growth in accordance to the values of the College
 Ensuring the appropriate implementation of a code of conduct which ensures socially well adjusted individuals
 Through participation in sport, arts and culture ensuring a strong sense of team work and at the same time allowing each individual to achieve according to their ability
External engagement
 To ensure a strong marketing and communications strategy to promote the College within the community and to ensure it is the school of choice
 To develop links with alumni and the outside community to the benefit and growth of the College
Essential qualifications and experience
 Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and PGCE
 Postgraduate qualification is preferable
 At least 10 years’ experience as a high school teacher, with at least 5 years teaching experience in the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) system
 At least 5 additional years’ experience in a senior management role
 Demonstrate an ability to develop and lead high performing teams
Skills and Knowledge
 Strong leadership skills and the ability to be decisive while delegating meaningfully
 Outstanding communication skills with the ability to be a strong ambassador
 Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire others to pursue excellence
 An academic and intellectual curiosity to develop effective 21st century teaching and learning
Personality
 Strong commitment to the happiness and wellbeing of pupils
 Inspirational and motivationalridghew
 High emotional intelligence
 Strong on integrity
 Ability to inspire trust and confidence in all stakeholders
 Passion for innovation *Should you not hear from us in 2 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful*

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