Life Orientation and Social Sciences Teacher (Grade 8 & 9)

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Mid Devon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Life Orientation and Social Sciences Teacher (Grade 8 & 9)

CBC MOUNT EDMUND COLLEGE AND PREPARATORY SCHOOL

CBC Mount Edmund College & Preparatory School is an ISASA registered,
co-educational Catholic school situated on a lovely 20 Ha estate in Silverton, Pretoria.

CBC MOUNT EDMUND has the following position to offer:

Life Orientation and Social Sciences Teacher (Grade 8 & 9)

in the High School

Key competencies and responsibilities of this role include:

• A recognised degree and/or a 4-year professional teaching qualification with Life Orientation and Social Sciences as a specialisation with at least 5 years’ teaching experience.
• Proof of registration with SACE
• A passion and vision for both Life Orientation and Social Sciences.
• A sound and progressive understanding of international trends and changes in education and 21st century learning.
• Experience in leading change, transformation, and diversity initiatives within the two subject areas.
• Superior planning, organisational and reporting skills.
• Teaching at an IEB school will be advantageous.
• Create classroom communities where all members of the class are valued and contribute to the creation of knowledge.
• Evaluate, reflect on, and refine teaching practice.
• Knowledge in creating varied and innovative learning programmes and assessment.
• Interest in cross-curricular and interdisciplinary work.
• Be innovative, embrace technology in the classroom and display a creative teaching style that supports Hybrid Learning. Microsoft 365 certification or experience is advantageous.
• Strong organisational, administrative and time management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and a willingness to contribute to a dynamic team.
• Ability to build healthy relationships with staff, students, and parents.
• Willing to contribute to the wider life at the school, with the ability, skills, and experience to become actively involved in the school’s co-curricular activities.
• Willing to support, promote and work within the Catholic Ethos of the School.

All applications should include a brief CV of no more than 3 pages, as well as a covering letter motivating your suitability for this position.

Applicants should also include:

• Academic and professional qualifications

CBC Mount Edmund reserves the right not to fill this position. CBC is an equal opportunity employer. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from CBC within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA), CBC Mount Edmund will take all reasonable steps to ensure that your personal information is protected. Your information will not be used for any other purpose, or positions that might become available in future. By submitting your CV/application, you agree and give consent that your information may be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process of this position.

Closing Date: 09/05/2025