Commencement Date: 1 January 2026
Location: Brooklyn, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
School: Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS)
Closing Date: 17 September 2025
About WHPS
Waterkloof House Preparatory School is a traditional Christian school with a proud legacy, nurturing future leaders in a close-knit and supportive environment.
Role Overview
The Director of Pupil Affairs and Senior Prep Teacher is a dual role combining academic teaching with leadership in pupil affairs. The position contributes to both the academic and pastoral life of the school, shaping students’ mental, physical, and social well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Academic Duties:
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Teach academic subjects in the Senior Prep phase.
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Integrate technology effectively into teaching and learning.
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Fulfil the role of a Register Class Teacher.
Leadership & Pupil Affairs:
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Serve on the Senior Management Team in a leadership capacity.
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Oversee the Pupil Support team, including the school counsellor.
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Ensure effective pastoral care and mentorship for all pupils.
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Foster personal excellence, wellbeing, and holistic development.
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Support academic, sport, cultural, and extra-mural programmes.
Administrative & Interpersonal Duties:
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Strong report-writing, administrative, organisational, and time-management skills.
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Empathetic, innovative, and dynamic approach to student and staff interactions.
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Uphold Duty of Care and safeguarding policies.
Advantageous Skills & Experience
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Coaching experience in a boys’ school environment.
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Experience leading wellness initiatives, workshops, or parent/staff engagement programmes.
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Experience developing diversity, equity, and inclusion frameworks.
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Willingness to perform boarding duties.
Requirements
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Relevant teaching qualifications with SACE registration.
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience teaching preparatory school children.
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Leadership/managerial experience within an educational setting.
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Excellent command of English.
How to Apply
Submit the following to workhardplaystraight@whps.co.za by 17 September 2025:
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Covering Letter
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Curriculum Vitae
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Written testimonials and contact details of at least three referees
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Complete the WHPS Application Form (mandatory)
WHPS thanks all applicants for their interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The school reserves the right not to fill the position.
📍 School Website: www.whpsschool.com