Educational Content Writer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Impactful education projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Educational Content Writer to join our Soweto team. You will develop clear, engaging educational materials across textbooks, online modules, and assessments, aligning with curriculum objectives and pedagogy.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts and editors, researching topics to ensure factual accuracy and accessible learning for diverse students across age groups and subjects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread educational content for textbooks, workbooks, online modules, study guides, and assessments.

Skills

Writing skills

Editing and proofreading

Research ability

Pedagogical understanding

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Educational Content Writer to join their team in Soweto . This role focuses on crafting clear, engaging, and accurate educational materials for various learning platforms and audiences. You will be responsible for developing content that supports curriculum objectives, enhances student understanding, and aligns with pedagogical best practices, working within a team dedicated to improving educational resources and accessibility for learners across different subjects and age groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread educational content for textbooks, workbooks, online modules, study guides, and assessments.
• Ensure content is accurate, age-appropriate, curriculum-aligned, and engaging for the target audience.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and editors to develop and refine educational materials.
• Research topics thoroughly to ensure the factual accuracy and pedagogical soundness of the content produced.
• Adapt writing style and tone to suit different subjects, levels, and learning objectives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Journalism, Communications, or a relevant subject matter field.
• Proven experience as a content writer, particularly within the education sector.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to research complex topics and present information clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with instructional design principles and different learning methodologies is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in content creation.
• A collaborative work environment that values creativity and educational impact.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality learning resources used by many students.
• Work on diverse projects across various educational subjects and levels.