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OUR SCHOOL
Reddford House Northcliff is situated on the affluent Northcliff Ridge and is surrounded by the upmarket, leafy northern suburbs. The school is ideally located making it easily accessible from all major routes.The school has an imposing design along with a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere. The Early Learning School (ELS) and the Junior Preparatory follow the Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy sharing an impressive piazza to exhibit the children’s work.Professionally designed interiors in candy colours enhance the Reddford House vibrant and joyful educational approach and experience. All classrooms open out onto playgrounds and play areas. The ELS classrooms boast en-suite toilet facilities for each stage. The striking two storey Senior Preparatory and College buildings feature well-equipped classrooms including performing and creative studios for dance, music, drama and art.The campus includes ample sport fields for soccer, rugby, cricket and athletics, as well as courts for tennis and netball. The next phase of building and investment includes a swimming pool.
ROLE SUMMARY:
Reddford House Northcliff is a premium private school situated in Northcliff, Randburg.
Reddford House Northcliff offers a balanced, holistic, innovative, vibrant learning experience, encouraging our students to discover their unique gifts, talents and abilities, becoming well- rounded, lifelong learners, in pursuit of academic excellence.
We require an enthusiastic and capable Phase Head of College who is able to create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential. The successful applicant will have to adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. This is a full-time permanent role and its due to commence term 1 2024.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position of Phase Head of College (Operations) encompasses many roles. Generally these roles can be categorized under the following 5 broad areas of responsibility:
1. ADMINISTRATION
The Phase Head of College (Operations) provides assistance to the Head of College by:
• Collating important term calendar dates to be submitted to the Head of College a term in advance including all academic, cultural, social, sporting and outreach events.
• Handling the administration behind all school camps and tours including handling bookings and signing off budgets; ensuring that there is equitable staff involvement on all camps and tours; handling all correspondence relating to camps with parents, staff and camp facilitators; processing camp application forms.
2. OPERATIONS
The Phase Head of College (Operations) provides assistance to the Head of College by:
• Chairing the Sports and Cultural Awards committees.
• Organising termly Sports and Cultural Awards assemblies.
• Ensuring that all staff are effectively involved in the extramural programme by allocating roles and responsibilities on a termly basis.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
3. MANAGEMENT:
The Phase Head of College (Operations) provides assistance to the Head of College by:
• Overseeing the setup of special functions including sports festivals and tournaments; cultural events and festivals as organized by the Directors of College Sport and Culture.
• Representing the College on the Health & Safety Committee.
• Assisting the Head of College and providing assistance to the Deputy Heads (Academic and Student Affairs).
Requirements of the role:
Teaching diploma or an undergraduate degree with a postgraduate teaching diploma SACE registered. Ability to teach English Home Language as a high school subject. IEB experience would be an advantage. At least three years senior management experience or five years management experience. An interest and experience in organizing sports-related activities would be an advantage.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
ability to connect effectively with children; a thorough understanding of the subject material that you will be teaching; knowledge of the IEB Subject Assessment Guides. ability to be a role model; ability to reflect on own practice; excellent planning, organizing and reporting skills; excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation); excellent time management skills; excellent interpersonal skills and strong team orientation. excellent classroom management skills. willingness to be involved in the College’s extramural programme including sport or cultural activities.
