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Assistant Principal

Molo Mhlaba Schools
Cape Town, Western Cape

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Job Details

Full-time

Full Job Description

Molo Mhlaba Schools Assistant Principal

Job Role: Assistant Principal

Location: 9 Nkinga Close, Harare Square, Khayelitsha, Western Cape, Cape Town, 7784
Reporting to: Head of Education

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: Open until filled

Start date: July 2026

About Molo Mhlaba

Established in 2018, Molo Mhlaba Schools is a vibrant and exceptional, independent Montessori school, serving girls aged 3 - 12 years. Molo Mhlaba Schools, is a non-profit organisation that supports young girls with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and maths) education, early literacy development, physical health education and outreach programmes for children in the Khayelitsha community.

Molo Mhlaba Schools is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, and highly skilled Assistant Principal to join our leadership team. We are looking for an exceptional educational leader who is passionate about girls’ education, committed to excellence, and enthusiastic about contributing to a nurturing, high-performing school environment.

As an Assistant Principal, you will play a key role in supporting the overall management of the school, driving academic success, strengthening operational systems, and fostering a positive culture for both learners and staff.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Education (Postgraduate qualification is an advantage)
A full, accredited Montessori certification
SACE registration and valid police clearance
Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in a school environment (e.g., HOD, Grade Head, AP, SMT role)
Demonstrated experience in quality assurance, monitoring & evaluation, and performance management
Strong knowledge of curriculum delivery, CAPS alignment, assessment practices, and academic standards
Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and maintain a positive professional culture
Excellent communication, organisational, and administrative skills
Experience working with school management systems (e.g., Google Workspace, school ERPs, data dashboards) advantageous
Commitment to safeguarding, GIRL-focused education, and inclusive learning environments

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & School Management

Support the Head of Education in the daily running of the school, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to school policies
Manage staff performance, including coaching, mentoring, and conducting classroom observations
Lead academic planning, timetabling, and curriculum implementation
Uphold school values, professional conduct, and high performance across all departments

Teaching & Learning Excellence

Oversee curriculum delivery and academic standards across grades
Monitor learner performance, analyse data, and implement interventions
Ensure compliance with CAPS and internal quality benchmarks
Facilitate teacher development sessions, trainings, and support programmes

School Culture & Environment

Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive school environment aligned with our mission
Support behaviour management strategies and enforce child safeguarding policies

Parent, Community & Compliance

Manage parent communication, including meetings, reporting, and feedback processes
Ensure school compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and audits
Contribute to community partnerships, outreach, and school events

Benefits

Competitive salary
Clear career growth opportunities
Health Insurance and Pension Fund
Supportive and comfortable work environment
Skills development opportunities through leadership training

Remuneration is commensurate with experience. Molo Mhlaba reserves the right not to make an appointment. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following:

A detailed CV
A cover letter outlining relevant experience and leadership philosophy
Certified copies of qualifications and ID
Contactable references (minimum of three)

Email applications to: [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

Bachelors (Required)

License/Certification:

SACE registration (Required)

Work Location: In person

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