St Paulus is an Independent Catholic, Dual-Medium school which provides a holistic education for boys and girls.St Paulus Primary School invites candidates to apply for the following position:HEAD OF DEPARTMENT SPORTJANUARY 2026The School is looking to appoint a full-time Head of Department Sport to form part of the School's Senior Management Team. This position requires a strong combination of leadership, organisational skills and coaching expertise. The candidate must be able to deliver high-quality sports programmes, ensure smooth operations and support the ongoing maintenance of the School's holistic extra-mural programme. Please note that consideration will only be given to candidates with the following:QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE - A valid Matric Certificate.
- A relevant qualification in Education and/or Sports Management.
- A minimum of 5 years' experience in school sport management programmes.
- Experience in coaching and officiating several different sporting codes.
- Previous experience teaching within the ISASA School System would be an advantage.
- Previous experience in school leadership would be an advantage.
SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS - Advanced ICT skills.
- English and Afrikaans proficiency, with excellent written and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational, administrative and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A forward thinking, self-motivated and positive approach to problem solving.
- Be a practicing Catholic or have a thorough understanding of Catholicism.
- Commitment to uphold the values-based Catholic ethos of the School.
- Commitment to driving and managing the extra-mural activities of the School and giving full support to the broader life of the School.
- A valid PDrP Driver's License.
- First Aid training would be required.
- A valid SACE Certification.
- A valid Criminal Clearance Certificate.
- Child Safeguarding Training would be an advantage.
JOB DESCRIPTION (this is not an exhaustive list) - Responsible for the whole school Physical Education Programme.
- Manage and organise the school sport programme and all extra-mural events.
- Lead, manage and mentor Sport Staff and Coaches, fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.
- Budgeting and management of the sport inventories and equipment.
- Maintain communication with parents, staff and external stakeholders regarding extra-mural activities.
- Forming part of the School's Senior Management Team.
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to submit their abridged curriculum vitae, complete with three references, a copy of their Criminal Clearance Certificate, a copy of their SACE Certificate and qualifications and a letter of motivation to by no later than 30 September, 2025.St Paulus is an equal opportunity employer that operates within child safeguarding standards and values a diverse workplace. Submission of a CV does not automatically qualify the applicant for an interview. Applicants who do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date of this advert can assume that their application was not successful. Only short-listed candidates will be advised of their outcome.In line with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act, all reasonable measures are in place to safeguard the information of applicants, and it will be used solely for this procedure associated with this application process, including recruitment, selection and reporting. Submission of your CV confirms consent of this.
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