Suitably qualified applicants are invited to apply for the position of: HEAD OF SCHOOL Commencement Date : 13 January 2025 Established in 1975, St Martin’s Pre-Primary School, Durban, is a registered, independent,co-educational school that caters for children from 3 – 6 years of age. The School is constituted as an “in universitas” association and is governed by a Governing Body. The size of the School lends itself to preparation for formal education in a creative, enriched and nurturing environment. A mission outreach of St Martin’s Anglican Church, staff, parents and Church share in the common and community endeavour of facilitating children to fulfil their potential. The multifaceted role of School Head encapusulates but is not limited to: ensuring the implementation of an education programme that reflects a comprehensive understanding of holistic child development and modern pedagogical methods motivating and managing a committed team of educators and support staff in a collaborative and positive environment that fosters both professional and personal development maintaining standards of excellence through organisation, self-motivation, initiative, creative problem-solving and resilience demonstrating excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and cultivating positive relationships with parents, guardians and the wider community in effective support and engagement. Proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) required and facility in social media advantageous upholding the Christian faith of the School and serving as a role model protecting the School’s commitment to transformation and inclusivity working with the Governing Body in forming policy and action plans and leading the School with strategic intent promoting the financial stability and sustainability of the School through careful husbandry of resources addressing regulations and legal requirements pertaining to early childhood education in South Africa The successful candidate shall have: A Bachelor of Education (Foundation Phase) or other relevant degree plus PGCE from a recognised institution (Kindly furnish certified copies) Identity Documentation and SACE registration (Kindly furnish certified copies) Clearance on Child Protection and Sexual Offenses Registers (Kindly furnish certified copies) Experience as an ECD Teacher (minimum six years) Service in a school leadership role advantageous Employment in an ISASA school beneficial A Curriculum Vitae and a letter of motivation, including the contact information of three referees (in South Africa), should be emailed to The appointment of a candidate is at St Martin’s Pre-Primary School’s sole discretion. An application will not, in itself, entitle one to an interview or appointment. Only short–listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not have heard from the School within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. St Martin’s Pre-Primary School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but it will be used in the recruitment, selection and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer. Closing Date 31/08/2024 Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa #J-18808-Ljbffr