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Organizational Description

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls which is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Grade 12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter, CV with names of three contactable references, copy of the highest qualification(s) and the copy of identity. Interested candidates must register their profile at www.pnet.co.za. 

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January 10, 2023
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Minimum academic requirements & experience

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant degree specialisation in Physical Science education and proof of registration with SACE.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position.
  • Proven experience in teaching Physical Sciences from Grade 8 – 12 and an ability/ willingness to teach any of the Sciences subjects.
  • Knowledge of either NCS/CAPS is essential.

Additional Requirements

  • A B.Ed Honours degree in Management / Curriculum Studies and or Science education would be an added advantage.
  • Experience in managing a team would serve as an added advantage.
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Key responsibilities

  • Take a leading role in managing and coordinating the department.
  • Provide curriculum leadership for the department.
  • Represent the Academy on departmental professional committees and associations.
  • Liaise with the GDE District Office and Head Office curriculum specialists as well as with the IEB Subject Assessment Specialist and the allocated cluster group.
  • Ensure the implementation of GDE and IEB policies that relate to the department.
  • Manage all aspects of human resources in the department.
  • Approve departmental work plans.
  • Approve departmental professional development programmes.
  • Monitor the quality of teaching and learning in the department.
  • Implement performance management in the department.
  • Approve departmental strategies for learner assessment.
  • Monitor learner performance in the department.
  • Draft and manage departmental budgets.
  • Approve the purchase of teaching and learning materials.
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Knowledge, Skills and Attitude

  • An ability to create a positive learning environment.
  • Preparedness to be part of the academic leadership and academic team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A demonstrated capacity to work effectively in teams.
  • A willingness to participate in the broader life of the Academy and to contribute positively to the ethos of the school.
  • A commitment to personal growth and the development of others.
  • Ability to work independently under pressure and adhere to deadlines
  • Ability to plan, organise and direct programmes.
  • Highly developed and effective administration skills and attention to detail.
  • Good organisational skills.
  • Leadership and Management modelling skills.
  • Ability to problem-solve, think creatively, “think out of the box” and multi-task.
  • Highly effective time management skills.
  • Ability to incorporate the school’s values into daily teaching.
  • Total commitment to extra-mural activities of the school.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with subordinates, colleagues, and learners.
  • Proven ability to lead, inspire and motivate others.
  • Excellent classroom and curriculum administration.
  • Demonstrate high levels of professionalism.
  • Willingness to learn how to use and implement the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME) in your teaching.
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Notice : Application for grade 8 - Academic Year 2027

Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy School for Girls

Thank you for your interest in our Scholarship Programme. Please note Applications are currently open for Gauteng, Free State, North West and Limpopo. Closing date is 20 March 2026

For any queries or assistance regarding the application process please contact Duja Consulting (Pty) Ltd.

Contact number: 012 460 9824
Email address: scholarship@duja.co.za

Alternative contact numbers:
Ms. Kamogelo Mamabolo – 060 712 2774
Ms. Rebaone Makoma – 079 257 3693

 

Kindly note that applications are specifically for Grade 8 intake for 2027. No mid-year transfers or applications for other grades will be considered.

Thank you.

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