Assistant Lecturer (Software Testing)

Red Panda; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

redAcademy in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Lecturer to support the facilitation and delivery of our Software Testing programme. You will combine technical depth with mentoring to ensure learners achieve academic excellence and workplace readiness.

Reporting to the Head of Lecturing, you will manage course materials, assessments, and QA processes, track learner progress, and assist with exams, moderation, and tutor support, while aligning with QCTO standards and programme quality.

Qualifications

• Higher Certificate (NQF 5+) in Software Quality Testing, Software Development, or Information Systems.
• 1–3 years in software testing or automation, with Cypress/Playwright/Selenium preferred.
• Experience in lecturing, tutoring, or mentoring in a technical setting.
• Familiarity with QCTO frameworks and learning management systems.
• ISTQB or QE/QA certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate lectures and practical sessions on Software Testing (Automation Testing using Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, JavaScript).
• Mentor sprinters through coaching and one-on-one interventions.
• Track learner attendance, progress, and engagement; identify support needs early.
• Manage course materials and assessments on the LMS; ensure QCTO alignment.
• Assist with marking, moderation, and reporting to SETA and management.
• Contribute to internal QA processes to maintain delivery standards.
• Support academic events such as Demo Days, Open Days, and Graduations; showcase learner success.
• Provide examination support through invigilation and packing/uploading results.
• Coordinate with lead lecturer on weekly planning and curriculum tracking.
• Ensure meeting room readiness for sessions.

Skills

Software Testing

Automation Testing

Mentoring

Education

Higher Certificate (NQF 5+) in Software Quality Testing

Tools

Cypress

Playwright

Selenium

Job description

About redAcademy

redAcademy is shaping South Africa's next generation of digital innovators. We design and deliver QCTO-aligned programmes that connect education to employment, empowering young South Africans to launch meangingful careers in Software Development, Quality Engineering and Dta Science.

At redAcademy, we believe in education that transforms lives, driven by passion, accountability and a shared mission to build South African's digital future.

Purpose of the Role

Reporting to Head of lecturing, the Assistant Lecturer supports the facilitation and delievry of our Software Testing programme. This individual combines technical depth with a passion of mentoring youth, ensuring learners gain both academic excellence and workplace readiness.

They take full accountability for academic delivery, learner progress and quality assurance, embodying redAcademy's commitment to launching career pathways with purpose and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate lectures and practical sessions on Software Testing (Automation Testing using Cypress, Playwright, Selenium,JavaScript).
• Support sprinters through mentorship, coaching, and one-on-one academic interventions.
• Track learner attendance, progress, and engagement, ensuring early identification of support needs.
• Manage course materials and assessments on the Learning Management System (LMS), maintaining QCTO alignment.
• Assist with academic administration, including marking, moderation, and reporting to SETA and management.
• Contribute to internal QA processes, ensuring consistent academic and delivery standards.
• Support academic events such as Demo Days, Open Days, and Graduations, showcasing learner success and programme impact.
• Examination support through invigilation, preparation of assessment packs, and uploading of results.
• Coordination with the lead lecturer through weekly planning, curriculum tracking, and risk identification.
• Meeting room management support by ensuring full readiness before sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum: Higher Certificate (NQF 5+) in Software Quality Testing, Software Development, or Information Systems.
• Experience: 1–3 years in software testing or automation, ideally with Cypress, Playwright, or Selenium.
• Exposure to lecturing, tutoring, or mentoring in a technical environment.
• Familiarity with QCTO frameworks and learning management systems.
• Desirable: ISTQB or relevant QE/QA certifications.

Personal Attributes

• Deep passion for launching career pathways and developing South Africa’s youth.
• Demonstrates accountability and ownership in all tasks, from delivery to learner outcomes.
• Organised, reliable, and detail-oriented with strong time management skills.
• Strong communicator with empathy, professionalism, and leadership potential.
• Committed to punctuality, responsiveness, and meeting deadlines consistently.
• Adaptable and willing to learn, receive feedback, and continuously improve.
• Proactive problem solver who takes initiative rather than waiting for direction.
• Maintains accurate records, administration, and academic compliance requirements.
• Able to work effectively within a team while supporting colleagues and sprinters.
• Displays a high level of integrity, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.
• Energised by a mission-driven environment focused on learner success and excellence.