Primary School Assistant Principal – SPARK Witpoortjie – 2026
SPARK Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for our Johannesburg Witpoortjie campus. This role reports to the Principal and focuses on instructional leadership to drive student achievement.
Quick Info
Location: SPARK Witpoortjie, Johannesburg Region
Position Type: Permanent
Reporting Line: Principal
Closing Date: Not specified
About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor transforming education with Africa’s first blended learning model. Our network of affordable private schools combines classroom teaching with online instruction to personalise learning and expand access to higher education and careers. We pride ourselves on a vibrant, fast-paced, tech-enabled, data-driven culture where collaboration and urgency meet high standards of excellence. We operate 21 primary schools and 5 high schools, serving over 15,500 families in 2026.
Learn more about us on our About SPARK Schools page and watch our Vision Video.
Purpose of Role
The Assistant Principal drives student achievement as an instructional leader. They provide coaching and professional development to classroom teachers, blended learning facilitators, and PE coaches, supporting the Principal in building a high-performing educational team and sustaining SPARK’s culture of rigorous, engaging learning.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership & Development
- Coach instructional staff to achieve goals in individual professional growth plans.
- Design and facilitate weekly professional development for the faculty; organise individual PD opportunities.
- Maintain regular classroom observations and lead review meetings to improve planning and instruction.
- Implement the network’s curriculum, aligned to and extending the South African national curriculum; include online curriculum and Learning Lab tutoring.
Student Achievement & Assessment
- Set high expectations for teaching across content areas.
- Lead assessment and data analysis cycles to pinpoint targeted instruction needs.
- Collaborate with the leadership team on managing instructional staff and conducting evaluations.
People & Policy
- Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of instructional staff.
- Onboard new staff and share network-wide policies with parents, students, staff and community.
- Implement disciplinary policies and contribute to staff development opportunities.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Grade 12 Certificate
- B.Ed or PGCE
- SACE registration
Experience
- Experience with primary school-aged children
- At least 2 years of excellent classroom instruction
- Experience leading a team; knowledge of labour laws
Competencies
- Fluency in English; clear criminal record
- Strong collaboration and leadership mindset
- Commitment to a technology-driven, data-informed educational environment
Remuneration & Benefits
- Salary: R26,724.00 CTC per month
- Performance-based annual bonuses and increases
- Above-average annual leave
- Life, disability and funeral cover
- Employee wellness support; educational support and study leave
- Individualised professional development, mentorship and career growth
- Discount on school fees
Application Process
To apply, please use our Official Careers Portal. Ensure your application demonstrates alignment with SPARK Schools’ mission and the skills outlined above. How to Apply
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SPARK Schools is an equal opportunities employer. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with Employment Equity goals and targets. SPARK Schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
