St Dunstan’s College is an independent English-medium school in Rynfield, Benoni, founded in 1918. From its humble beginnings as an Anglican Parish Preparatory School, St Dunstan’s has grown into a leading independent institution that includes the original Preparatory School, a Pre-School and a College.
The College seeks to recruit a suitable applicant for the following position:
CROSS-CAMPUS HEAD OF CREATIVE ARTS
Commencement date – May 2027 (or earlier by arrangement)
The successful candidate must:
- be a committed, dynamic, innovative and motivated educator;
- have relevant academic and professional qualifications;
- have proven experience in leadership and programme management;
- have a good command of English and, excellent organisational and communication skills;
- be willing to participate fully in the life of the school and in extra-curricular activities (many of these may be after school hours);
- demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian ethos of the school.
The successful candidate will:
- manage the Creative Arts across the whole school, including the Pre-School, Preparatory and College;
- provide strategic leadership for Music, Drama, Dance, Public Speaking, Debating and others relevant to the strategy;
- report to the Deputies of Co-Curricular and will serve on the Senior Management team;
- be responsible for the appointment, induction and management of peripatetic staff and coaches;
- initiate and drive participation in eisteddfods, festivals, tours, outings and other performance opportunities;
- support, mentor and appraise permanent staff within the department;
- undertake a manageable teaching load and support teaching within the Creative Arts subject areas;
- manage departmental budgets and resources effectively;
- review Colours Awards policies and manage recommendations for these awards;
- work collaboratively with school leadership to further enhance the profile of the Arts at St Dunstan’s College;
- have the ability to successfully manage a stage performance for students of all ages.
The following online application https://forms.gle/rB2EbX69Kb5hQo486 must be
completed by Wednesday, 30th September at 14:00.
Only suitably qualified and experienced candidates will be considered. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The school reserves the right not to make this appointment.
In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA), St Dunstan’s College will take all reasonable measures to ensure that personal information is protected.
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, 30th September at 14:00.
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