Head of Preschool (Full Campus)

Curro

Location
Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Head of Preschool (Full Campus) at Curro. It involves comprehensive leadership and management of the preschool campus, encompassing strategic planning, academic oversight, staff management, financial administration, and adherence to school policies and procedures. **What you will do** * Develop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation, including academics, social responsibility and community programmes, school data, marketing, facilities management, health and safety, brand image, preschool policies and procedures and aftercare. * Plan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum implementation and monitoring, work schemes, assessment plans, learner observations, staff duties and communication. * Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development, mediation, retention and employment equity. * Manage interventions and disciplinary processes according to Curro policies and procedures. * Manage the school finances, including developing and managing the school budget and managing payroll. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Diploma or degree in foundation phase education or diploma in ECD, or an equivalent minimum NQF level 6. * Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as head of a preschool or minimum 5 years’ experience as a preschool teacher. * Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum. * Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen. * Ability to lead and mentor staff members. * Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills. * Willing and able to work extended hours. * Proficient in Microsoft Office. * SACE-registered. * Clear criminal record. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an experienced educational professional with a strong background in preschool leadership and management. The ideal candidate will possess proven strategic planning, financial management, and staff mentorship abilities, along with specific qualifications in early childhood or foundation phase education and knowledge of the CAPS curriculum. Candidates must be SACE-registered, proficient in Microsoft Office, and have a clear criminal record, and be prepared to work extended hours. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/head-of-preschool-full-campus-curro-holdings-ltd-6 Source: myjobmag

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At a glance

  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • Microsoft Office
  • Payroll

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Job description

Key performance areas * Develop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation, including academics, social responsibility and community programmes, school data, marketing, facilities management, health and safety, brand image, preschool policies and procedures and aftercare * Plan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum implementation and monitoring, work schemes, assessment plans, learner observations, staff duties and communication * Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development, mediation, retention and employment equity * Manage interventions and disciplinary processes according to Curro policies and procedures * Manage the school finances, including developing and managing the school budget and managing payroll Qualifications, experience and skills * Diploma or degree in foundation phase education or diploma in ECD, or an equivalent minimum NQF level 6 * Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as head of a preschool or minimum 5 years’ experience as a preschool teacher * Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum * Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen * Ability to lead and mentor staff members * Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills * Willing and able to work extended hours * Proficient in Microsoft Office * SACE-registered * Clear criminal record

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