TRAFFIC KwaZulu-Natal

PRINCIPAL - PRIMARY SCHOOL

Old School Ties

Job Description

A well-established Primary School in the Greater Durban Area is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and strong Principal to lead and manage the school.

We are looking for a passionate educational leader with strong academic, management, and people skills who is committed to maintaining high standards, staff development, learner wellbeing, and overall school excellence.

Qualifications
  • Appropriate Teaching Qualifications
  • SACE Registered
  • Valid Police Clearance Certificate
  • Previous management and leadership experience in a school environment
  • Proven experience in a leadership role (HOD, Deputy Principal, Vice Principal, Principal, or Senior Management)
  • Strong understanding of school operations, academics, curriculum management, learner discipline, and staff management
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to lead a team, drive academic standards, and manage school systems effectively
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Overall leadership and management of the school
  • Academic oversight, quality assurance, and learner achievement
  • Staff leadership, support, development, and performance management
  • Behaviour management and learner wellbeing
  • Parent communication and relationship management
  • Ensuring compliance with school policies and educational standards
  • Overseeing school operations, systems, and daily functioning
  • Strategic planning and continuous school improvement

Start Date: As soon as possible

Interested applicants are requested to send the following:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
R31,638/month
R21,352 to R50,569/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Key Skills for This Role
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