Head of Pre-Preparatory School
- White River, Mpumalanga
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Possess suitable professional qualification in Education and/or Early Childhood Development (post-graduate qualification will be advantageous)
- Be SACE registered
- Have proven experience in Educational Leadership
- Be familiar with the Reggio Emilia approach to teaching
- Experience in an IEB environment
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in curriculum development, instructional methods, and assessment practices
- Have sound knowledge of educational policies, standards, and best practice, with a focus on safeguarding
- Oversee admissions and enrolment management
- Possess excellent communication skills (staff, pupils and parents) and the ability to building positive relationships with stakeholders of the School
- Possess exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills
- Cultivate a caring, nurturing, and inclusive environment within the Pre-Preparatory School
- Provide regular reports to the Board on school operations, academic performance, and other relevant matters
- Manage the budget of the School and ensure that the relevant learning and teaching resources support the educational outcomes, while maintaining financial responsibility
- Be self-motivated as well as being able to work under pressure and maintaining standards of excellence
- Demonstrate commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in Education
- Show commitment and uphold the values of Uplands
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