English Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Makhanda is inviting applications for the position of Senior School. The ideal candidate will have relevant academic qualifications, registration with SACE, and passion for teaching. Experience with the Senior School English curriculum is crucial. Applicants should be technologically proficient and eager to engage in sports and co-curricular activities. Submit your application via email before 21 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Have relevant academic qualifications.
• Be registered with SACE.
• Have a passion for teaching.
• Experienced with the Senior School English curriculum.
• Be creative, innovative, organised, and well-motivated.
• Be computer literate (Google Apps for Education & MS Office).
• Willing and competent to contribute to sports and co-curricular programmes.

Job description

Applications are invited for the position of Senior School

• Closing date for applications: Friday, 21 November 2025
• Commencement Date: 27 April 2026

As a leading co‑educational independent school, based in Makhanda/ Grahamstown, Kingswood College invites applications for the above post.

Applicants should:

• Have relevant academic qualifications;
• Be registered with SACE;
• Have a passion for teaching;
• Be experienced with a thorough knowledge of the Senior School English curriculum;
• Be creative, innovative, organised and well‑motivated;
• Be computer literate (Google Apps for Education & MS Office) and prepared to engage with 21st Century teaching methodologies;
• Be willing and competent to contribute and participate in the school’s diverse sport and co‑curricular programme;

Members of staff are expected to support the Christian ethos of the school.

Submit a covering letter and Curriculum Vitae including 3 contactable referees to the Head by email before 21 November 2025: [e-mail]

The College reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicant’s automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.

Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the Employment Equity Act.

Kingswood College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.