EXECUTIVE HEAD AT ST LUKE’S, BEDFORDVIEW
St Luke’s College is part of Thrive.Ed’s family of independent schools. St Luke’s College carries forward the legacy of the former Bishop Bavin School, now under new ownership as part of the ThriveEd group.
At St Luke’s we have more than good intentions. we have a bold, crystal clear vision for the future. We want nothing less than for every child, teacher and family to thrive – in the fullest sense of the word. We are seeking a team of world-changers to join us as we roll up our sleeves; as we journey beyond the ordinary. We are seeking people who will do what is needed and who will do what works, blending the tried and trusted with the new and promising, as we shape a generation for impact.
We build thriving and impactful lives through:Contribution: We help every young person to discover their calling. We equip students with skills to make an impact in a 21st century world, and we teach and live a worldview that brings coherence, meaning and hope to existence.
Connection:We prioritise the development of social and emotional competencies, equipping students to build and maintain deep and authentic relationships with self and others.
Potential:We couple high expectations, high support and proven practices to help every student grow into their incredible, full potential.
Habits:We intentionally foster self-discipline and build habits that lead to a balanced and resilient life.
We are seeking a capable Executive Head with exceptional integrity to join our team. As Executive Head, you will provide visionary leadership across all areas of the school – driving academic excellence, leading a high-performing team, overseeing operations, and fostering a values-based culture. You will be responsible for ensuring strong student outcomes, strategic growth, and deep community connections.
Start: August / September 2025
Location: 19 St Georges Road, Bedfordview, Germiston.
Remuneration: Market related and dependent on the strengths of the candidate
Our ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
A relevant degree in education, business or leadership with substantial senior leadership experience in a school or educational organisation. SACE registration is required. A proven track record of leading teams, driving school improvement, and delivering strong student outcomes is essential. Masters Degree or higher will be advantageous
Minimum of 7 years’ senior leadership experience (head of school or higher), ideally in a school or educational organisation, with a demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive whole-school improvement.
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How to apply
Share your knowledge, skill and passion by completing our online interview questions at this link: https://forms.office.com/r/nbkaKAsAWX (interview takes up to 30 minutes).
We carefully review all applications. Successful candidates will receive an email with instructions on how to book an in-person interview within 8 weeks. You may be required to conduct work sample tests of psychometric assessments.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, kindly reach out to us at apply@thriveed.co