Assistant Principal Operations & Blended Learning (Temp) – SPARK Midrand High
SPARK Schools is seeking a School Operations Manager for SPARK Midrand High School. This role focuses on driving student achievement by ensuring smooth, standardised operation across the school.
Quick Info
Location: Midrand, Gauteng – SPARK Midrand High School
Position Type: Full Time
Reporting Line: Principal / School Leadership Team
Closing Date: Please refer to the official Careers Portal
About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor leading change in education through Africa’s first blended learning model. This approach blends classroom teaching with online instruction to personalise learning at an affordable cost and to improve student achievement. We are a high-growth, values-driven organisation that thrives on collaboration, urgency, and excellence. Our work environment is vibrant, fast-paced, tech-enabled and data-driven.
Learn more about us on our Vision Video.
Purpose of Role
The School Operations Manager drives student achievement by ensuring the school operates smoothly, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. They contribute to SPARK Schools’ culture and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for scholars.
Key Responsibilities
School Systems & Operational Excellence
- Implement school-wide systems and procedures for arrivals, dismissals, cover timetables, study hall timetables and examination administration.
- Maintain regular observations of innovation hubs and run review meetings with blended learning facilitators to support online course planning and monitoring.
- Oversee stock, procurement of study materials, and budget management for high school resources.
Staff Development & Leadership
- Facilitate professional development for operational staff and blended learning facilitators, including biweekly group sessions and one-on-one coaching.
- Line-manage operational staff (office, facilities, maintenance, supervision, security) and conduct regular performance reviews.
Academic & Facility Administration
- Oversee student information systems, attendance, late pick-ups and examination routines in line with DBE regulations.
- Coordinate facilities maintenance, asset management (Chromebooks, fixed assets, supplies), and liaise with procurement and external vendors.
- Participate in staff selection, onboarding, and crisis management planning for the site.
Security, Compliance & Welfare
- Ensure compliance with network policies and Umalusi requirements; manage crisis response as part of the site team.
- Attend to sick or injured learners and staff and communicate with parents/guardians and emergency contacts.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Completed B.Ed or PGCE degree (SP FET)
- SACE registration
Experience
- 2–3 years of classroom instruction
- 2–3 years of operational management/leadership in a high school context
Competencies
- English language fluency
- First aid certificates – Level 1 and 2
- Clear criminal record
- Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness
Remuneration & Benefits
- Fair market-linked remuneration
- Discretionary performance-based annual bonuses and increases
- A generous annual leave allowance
- Life, disability and funeral cover
- Employee wellness support and study leave
- Educational support, mentorship, career development opportunities
- Employee discounts on school fees
- Career growth opportunities
- Remuneration: R30,600.00 ctc per month
Application Process
To apply, please visit our Official Careers Portal and submit your application online. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Legal & Equity
SPARK Schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s Employment Equity goals and targets. SPARK Schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
