Resident Head

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision and management of children’s schedules
• Monitor children’s physical health and provide medical assistance as needed
• Maintain high standards of care and conduct
• Manage staff
• Efficiently manage course schedules, activities, and assessments
• Deliver interactive and practical sessions that encourage active participation
• Guide children in identifying their leadership styles and life skills needs
• Facilitate group activities, discussions, and role-plays to simulate real-life scenarios
• Foster a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment that inspires children
• Provide assistance with the implementation of holiday programmes and academic excellence courses

Requirements

• Relevant teaching or language qualification
• Degree in education preferred
• Experience as a teacher, facilitator, or in a boarding school environment
• At least three years’ leadership experience
• Experience working with children or teenagers
• Experience coaching life skills (communication, conflict resolution, etc.) is advantageous
• Passion for artificial intelligence (AI) and technology
• Valid first aid training
• Ability to handle emergencies, conflicts, or challenging behaviour calmly
• Excellent communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Ability to lead and supervise groups of students
• Respect for and understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds

About the Company

Babylonstoren offers an exciting opportunity at the Kleinbosch Centre, a historic farm that once housed the first official Afrikaans school. The role includes accommodation on the premises.