School Administrator

About the role

Our school in Cape Town is looking for a highly motivated School Administrator to oversee daily operations, manage administrative staff, and ensure compliance with educational regulations. The role combines leadership, financial oversight, and coordination with faculty, parents, and the school board to create a positive learning environment. This full‑time position offers the opportunity to shape school policies and drive operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily school operations, including administrative staff management.
• Manage the school’s budget, financial transactions, and reporting in line with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure compliance with enrollment, attendance, curriculum standards, and other education regulations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that foster a positive learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents, community members, and board members about school activities and events.
• Coordinate safety and efficiency of all school activities and events.
• Hire, train, and evaluate administrative personnel to maintain high performance.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with faculty, staff, parents, and students.

Required profile

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Proven problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Excellent time‑management and task‑prioritisation skills.
• Experience in financial management and budgeting within an educational setting.