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Deputy Head : Academics - Senior Preparatory Grades 4-7

Deputy Head : Academics - Senior Preparatory Grades 4-7

Reddam House HelderfonteinJohannesburg, ZA
15 days ago
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Job title : Deputy Head : Academics - Senior Preparatory Grades 4-7

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : October 11, 2025

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ROLE SUMMARY :

  • To adopt a leadership role within the preparatory school ensuring a holistic view to students and staff. Promoting the general progress and well-being of all students and teachers specifically focusing on guaranteeing a high level of academic support.
  • Create a positive learning environment and motivate teachers and students to ensure an education at the highest level. Carry out duties of a Senior Preparatory class teacher. Part of the campus management team.
  • KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Set and reflect on academic targets as well as evaluate the outcomes continuously.
  • Monitor, manage and implement work schedules.
  • Ensure that communication with parents of students who are underperforming, indicating areas of concern and suggesting remedial action and or further assessment.
  • Oversee the reporting system.
  • Draw up the SP timetable.
  • Assist in planning and running mid-year and year-end award ceremonies
  • Carry out class teaching duties / responsibilities.
  • Be available to attend parent meetings and ensure that all relevant details that pertain to the student are available and on file for future reference and counseling sessions.
  • Communicate with parents at functions / meetings / Information evenings regarding academic matters
  • Responsible for all correspondence with IEB / ISASA / Dept. of Education for all relevant Senior Preparatory matters.
  • WHAR WE'RE LOOKING FOR :

  • Able to set clear expectations and stretch goals
  • Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback to parents and students
  • A depth of understanding requirements in the relevant grades
  • Ability to judge learning effectiveness
  • Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance
  • Genuine care and attention to the highest standards of student welfare
  • Proficient in English
  • A minimum of 3- 5 years management experience will be advantageous
  • University qualification
  • Certified Teaching Status
  • University qualification
  • Certified Teaching Status.
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