The Eswatini Ministry of Education and Training has announced 27 vacant headteacher positions in primary and high schools across the country. According to the Teaching Service Commission, the vacancies comprise 13 positions for high school headteachers and 14 for primary schools. The commission's Executive Secretary, Nhlandla Dlamini, confirmed the vacancies and expressed gratitude to the government for creating the positions.
The vacancies have arisen mainly from retirements and the deaths of serving headteachers. Dlamini stated that the commission is still receiving applications, with the closing date set for next week. The Teaching Service Commission anticipates that the vacant positions will be filled within approximately two weeks after the application process, although the appointments will depend on the completion of the whole recruitment process.
Some of the high schools with reported headteacher vacancies include Bulunga in Manzini, Mbokojwen in Lubombo, St Phillip’s in Lubombo, St Joseph’s in Manzini, and Buhleni in Hhohho. Additionally, Ka-Phunga in Manzini, Phonjwane in Lubombo, Mpompotha in Lubombo, Gilgal in Lubombo, and Mangweni in Hhohho also have headteacher vacancies.
Primary schools with reported headteacher vacancies include Emseni Alliance in Manzini, Mpolonjeni in Hhohho, Lomahasha in Lubombo, St Theresa’s in Manzini, and Mantjana in Lubombo. Other schools with vacancies are Ka-Lamdladla in Shiselweni, Welcome in Shiselweni, Patmos in Shiselweni, and Evelyn Baring in Shiselweni.
The Teaching Service Commission is responsible for managing the recruitment process for the vacant headteacher positions. Once the application process is complete, the commission will review the applications and shortlist candidates for interviews. The commission aims to fill the positions as soon as possible to minimize disruptions to the education sector.
The Ministry of Education and Training has urged interested candidates to submit their applications before the closing date. Candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply for the headteacher positions. The ministry is committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair and transparent.
The successful candidates will be appointed as headteachers of primary and high schools across Eswatini. They will be responsible for leading and managing their respective schools, ensuring that students receive quality education. The appointments will be made based on merit, and the ministry is confident that the new headteachers will make a positive impact on the education sector.
Key points
- The Eswatini Ministry of Education and Training has announced 27 vacant headteacher positions in primary and high schools.
- The vacancies comprise 13 positions for high school headteachers and 14 for primary schools.
- The Teaching Service Commission anticipates that the vacant positions will be filled within approximately two weeks after the application process.
Reporting sources
- Govt looking for 27 headteachers · Swazi Observer
