Closing Date: 30 September 2025
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Company Name: Christian Brothers’ College
Company Overview:
Christian Brothers’ College, Boksburg is an Independent Boys’ School with a proud tradition of excellence in education. The College is seeking an outstanding and visionary leader to join its team as Deputy Headmaster. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and committed school environment that prides itself on providing high-quality education with a strong focus on values, co-curricular activities, and holistic student development.
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with a background in school leadership, holding a professional teaching qualification, an accredited 3-year university degree, and registration with SACE. They will have at least 5 years of experience as a Deputy Headmaster, Principal, or Vice Principal in an independent school environment, preferably within the IEB curriculum.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership: Provide leadership and support to the Headmaster, staff, and students, ensuring the smooth operation of the school.
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Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of the school in the absence of the Headmaster, including facilities, staff, and administration.
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Strategic Development: Assist in the development, review, implementation, and monitoring of school policies.
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Staff Management: Play an active role in staff development, training, and performance appraisals, ensuring high standards of teaching and management.
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Co-curricular Activities: Promote and actively contribute to the House System and other co-curricular activities.
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Fundraising and Marketing: Oversee the execution and involvement in the College’s fundraising and marketing activities.
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Parent and Stakeholder Engagement: Engage positively with learners, parents, teachers, alumni, and other stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships across the school community.
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Health & Safety: Assume responsibility for campus Occupational Health and Safety inspections and maintenance.
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Other Duties: Oversee college hearings, recruitment, interviews, scholarships, and marketing activities as required.
Qualifications & Experience:
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A professional teaching qualification and accredited 3-year university degree
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Registered with SACE
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At least 5 years’ experience as a Deputy Headmaster, Principal, or Vice Principal in an independent education environment (IEB experience preferred)
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Proven leadership and managerial skills
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Experience in handling a range of administrative tasks and school management platforms
Skills & Competencies:
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Outstanding Leadership: Ability to inspire and lead staff, students, and parents towards excellence.
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Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to positively engage with a range of stakeholders.
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Commitment to Education: A sound understanding of best practices in education and the ability to integrate global and local educational trends.
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Diversity & Transformation: A commitment to championing diversity and transformation within the school community.
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Technologically Proficient: Proficient in Google Suites and relevant school administration platforms.
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Knowledge of Boys’ Education: Understanding of the principles and practices specific to boys’ schooling.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must complete the response form here:
Response Form
After completing the response form, please send the following to:
Email: vacancies@cbc.org.za
Subject: Deputy Headmaster Application
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A detailed CV
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A letter of application
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Names of three contactable referees
Commencement Date: 1 January 2026
Closing Date: 30 September 2025
Additional Information:
Christian Brothers’ College is an equal opportunity employer. The school reserves the right not to make an appointment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and failure to meet the minimum requirements will result in automatic disqualification. The successful candidate will be required to provide a police clearance certificate and be cleared on the Sexual Offenders Register.
For more information, visit: Christian Brothers’ College Website