Head Of Primary School

Key performance areas

• Develop an annual business and strategic plan and manage its implementation, including academics, social responsibility, marketing, brand image, facilities management, aftercare programme and enrolment
• Teach and tutor classes using modern-day tools and processes, manage class administration and participate in outreach drives and events
• Manage health, safety and security
• Manage interventions and disciplinary processes and mentor staff in pastoral duties
• Plan and manage events
• Develop and manage the school budget
• Plan and manage school administration and academics, including planners and timetables, curriculum development and implementation, work schemes, class observations, staff duties, communication and suppliers
• Manage assessments and reporting, from setting up timetables to evaluating remedial actions
• Manage and mentor staff, including recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary issues, skills development and mediation
• Manage classrooms, including classroom design and set-up for optimal performance, provision and maintenance of learning tools and equipment, disciplinary rules and communication with learners and parents
• Plan and manage assessments formal and continuous and homework, including moderation, revision and supervision

Qualifications, experience and skills

• BEd degree and/or PGCE or an equivalent, with an honours degree in education or a related field advantageous
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a phase head or deputy head at an educational institution
• Knowledge of the IEB 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, travel and to become involved in all aspects of school life
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• SACE-registered
• Clear criminal record

Closing date: 13 August 2026 .