HOD: Work Integrated Learning

Sought Out Talent is seeking a dynamic and results driven Head of Department (HOD) for Work Integrated Learning to provide strategic and operational leadership within the department. You will be based in Kempton Park and report to campus management.

In this role, you will ensure high standards of academic delivery, effective staff management, curriculum implementation, and continuous improvement in teaching and learning. You will lead a team of academic staff, monitor learner progress, manage assessments, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to learner success and institutional excellence.

• Relevant qualification in the applicable field of education, training or equivalent
• Relevant teaching, training or industry experience
• Previous supervisory or management experience advantageous
• Knowledge of curriculum implementation, assessment practices and academic quality assurance
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Strong computer literacy and administrative skills
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound planning, organisational and problem solving abilities
• Ability to analyse performance data and implement improvement strategies
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Commitment to learner development and educational excellence

• Provide effective leadership, direction and support to departmental staff
• Plan, coordinate and monitor the implementation of academic programmes and curricula
• Ensure the quality of teaching, learning, assessments and learner support
• Monitor learner attendance, academic progress, performance and completion rates
• Manage departmental staff performance, including workload allocation, performance reviews and professional development
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, academic procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
• Coordinate assessments, moderation, examination processes and the timely submission of results
• Monitor departmental performance against agreed targets and implement corrective measures where necessary
• Prepare departmental reports and provide feedback to campus management
• Manage departmental resources effectively and contribute to budget planning where applicable
• Address learner and staff concerns professionally and promptly
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement and academic excellence