Executive Head

Curro is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner-centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro seeks to appoint Executive Head (full-time) at Curro Bloemfontein in Bloemfontein to commence duties in January 2027

Vacancy Reference: 29852 Curro is seeking to appoint a forward-thinking executive head at Curro Bloemfontein in Bloemfontein. The executive head will be responsible for the growth, profitability, quality and service provision of all three schools on campus preschool, primary school and high school. The role also entails managing the campus in compliance with the applicable legislation, regulations and personnel administration measures and promoting learner education in accordance with approved policies. Through effective school leadership and management, the executive head should promote the Curro ethos, which supports the delivery of quality education and positive learning experiences for all learners.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Develop an annual business and strategic 10-year plan and manage its implementation
• Develop and manage the annual budget, in alignment with the 10-year plan and EBITDA
• Design and implement annual curriculum planning approaches
• Manage and represent all internal and external stakeholders
• Manage health, safety and security
• Compile and submit or provide information for all required reports (academic and non-academic)
• Manage and mentor staff
• Manage marketing and social responsibility
• Oversee and manage school facilities (applicable to new building activities and maintenance)
• Play a pastoral role for staff and learners and manage interventions and disciplinary hearings
• Plan, coordinate and attend all school events

Qualifications, experience and skills

• Honours degree in education, specialising in school leadership and management or an equivalent
• Experience as a head or manager of a campus or educational institution, with 3-5 years’ experience as the head of a primary or high school advantageous
• Knowledge of the curricula for all learning phases, including CAPS and IEB
• Proven management and leadership skills and business acumen
• Ability to lead and mentor young staff members
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills, able to meet deadlines and targets
• Willing and able to work extended hours and become involved in all aspects of school life
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• SACE-registered
• Clear criminal record

Closing date: 18 September 2026.

Read more about where you will work

PRIMARY SCHOOL | HIGH SCHOOL

Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration (if applicable) as part of your online application.

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