Wynberg Boys' Junior School has an exciting SGB opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate in the position of Grade R & RR Departmental Head. The successful incumbent will be responsible for managing the school's Grade RR and Grade R portfolio through mentorship and guidance of staff, ensuring that effective learning takes place and the facilities are managed effectively. This is a leadership/management role for a positive and forward-thinking individual, reporting to the Headmaster.Requirements? 5 years experience in a management/leadership/senior role.? Relevant professional and accredited qualification in Foundation Phase Education.? Teaching experience in the Foundation Phase.? Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum.? Excellent command of the English language both verbal and written.? Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.? Must be able to multitask, prioritise, and work well under pressure? Solid track record of excellent interpersonal and communication skills.? Must be computer literate specifically on the Google platform.? Leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate and mentor individuals as well as a team.? Familiar with health, safety, and security protocols in a school or preschool environment and a genuine love for children.? SACE registered.? Police clearance and Child Protection Clearance certificates are required.? Must be proactive and willing to participate in extramurals.? To display a genuine interest in child development, with kindness and compassion.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities will include, but are not limited to:? General oversight of both Grade R and Grade RR? Managing, leading and motivating all educators at both levels to reach their fullest potential? Responsibility for both facilities and ensuring that they are properly managed? Liaise with the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) as and when necessary? Run learner support groups? Manage boys who need extending? Responsibility for the development of staff reporting to them? Budgeting for the Department? Parent Engagement? Workload distributionWynberg Boys' Junior School reserves the right to not fill this post without further communication or notification. Should you not be contacted by us within 2 weeks after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful.The closing date for applications is 25 August 2024
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