A school group is appointing a Principal to lead the Primary School at one of its schools in Gaborone, Botswana. The phase runs from Standard 1 to Standard 7 and ends with the national Primary School Leaving Examination. This is a hands-on headship: the academic standard, the teaching team, and the day-to-day running of the school.
In this role
- Lead the academic programme across Standards 1 to 7 and own performance in the Primary School Leaving Examination
- Lead, appraise and develop the teaching and support staff, including managing underperformance on record
- Run the school day to day: timetabling, discipline, learner wellbeing and the co-curricular programme
- Manage the Primary School budget and resources
- Keep the phase compliant with Botswana Ministry of Education and accreditation requirements
- Act as the point of contact for parents, and support enrolment and retention
What we are looking for
Senior leadership of a primary or junior school, accountable for academic results
A recognised teaching qualification: Diploma in Primary Education, Bachelor of Education or equivalent
- Registration with the Botswana Teaching Professionals Council (BOTEPCO) and a valid teaching licence, in place before taking up the post
- The right to work in Botswana, or willingness to relocate to Gaborone on a work permit
The Botswana national syllabus and the Primary School Leaving Examination are expected to be learnt rather than already held, so applications from outside Botswana are welcome.
On offer
The range reflects whether the appointment is made locally or on an expatriate basis, and the appointee's experience. There is no housing allowance. Work-related permit costs are carried by the employer.
Next steps
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Desired Skills:
- Primary school leadership
- Curriculum management
- Teacher appraisal
- School budget management
- School administration
Desired Qualification Level:
About The Employer:
An English-medium school group operating in Southern Africa and part of a listed education group. The school offers the Botswana national syllabus through the primary phase and an international curriculum in the high school, on a single campus in Gaborone.
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Performance Bonus
- Retirement Fund
- Group Life Assurance
