Executive Head
An independent school in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, and a ThriveEd Learning Community.
Middelburg College is an independent school in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, on a single campus in Kanonkop, following the CAPS curriculum. It is one of 10 ThriveEd schools across five provinces, with an 11th opening in 2027.
The school exists to give young people in Middelburg an education that opens doors. Its values are Honesty, Respect and Compassion, carried on the school crest and lived out in how learners are taught and supported. In this next chapter, we are looking for an experienced leader who can bring the school’s vision to life.
What we’re offering:
In this role, you’ll work with leaders who set you up for success, listen, and give genuine professional autonomy. You’ll help us build a remarkable, truly collaborative team. One that holds each other accountable, grows, and celebrates together. You’ll have everything you need to maximise your impact.
Who we’re looking for:
An experienced school leader: someone with an appropriate educational leadership qualification, a full and active SACE registration, and significant experience in senior management in an educational setting.
The practical details:
Reporting line: the CEO of ThriveEd
Start date: as soon as possible; notice periods will be respected
Applications close: 30 October 2026
How to apply:
Email your CV and a cover letter to apply@thriveed.co, using the subject line Executive Head Application Middelburg.
If your application stands out, we’ll invite you to complete a psychometric assessment. From there, successful candidates are invited to an online interview, followed by an in-person interview. We conduct thorough reference checks as a final step.
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