Experienced Intersen Phase English Teacher – 2026

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

Job summary

An independent Christian school in Tzaneen seeks an experienced English teacher for Grades 4 and 5 starting January 2026. Candidates must have a teaching qualification, 5+ years of experience in Intersen Phase teaching, and a passion for engaging students in academic and extra-curricular activities. Applications are due by 26 September 2025.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Intersen Phase teaching experience, especially at Grade 4 and 5.
• SACE registration is mandatory.
• Clear criminal record and police clearance certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to Grade 4 and 5 students.
• Engage in full extra-curricular programme, including coaching.
• Contribute to team collaboration and school ethos.

Skills

Classroom management

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Passion for teaching

Education

B.Ed / PGCE in Intersen Phase Teaching

Job description

Experienced Intersen Phase English Teacher – 2026

Unicorn Preparatory School is an independent, Christian, English-medium day school catering for children from Grade R to Grade 7. The school is a member of the Independent Schools Association of South Africa, ISASA and as such, is quality assured by both ISASA and UMALUSI. It is situated in the sub-tropical region of Tzaneen in Limpopo province.

Experienced Intersen Phase English Teacher – 2026

Preferably with Grade 4 experience

Unicorn Preparatory School invites applications for the abovementioned position which will be available from January 2026.

Local and National applications for a Grade 4 & 5 English teaching post are invited. The candidate must be experienced in teaching in the Intersen Phase with at least 5 years appropriate teaching experience.

The candidate should also have at least 3 years experience in teaching English at Grade 4 and/or Grade 5 level.

The candidate will also be expected to take part in the school’s full extra-curricular programme, which will include coaching seasonal sport.

The requirements for this position include but are not limited to:

• Must have a teaching qualification ( B.Ed /PGCE in Intersen Phase Teaching),
• Knowledge of working with children at Intersen Phase level,
• A passion for teaching, strong classroom management skills and a basic understanding of the development of Intersen Phase children,
• Must be computer literate,
• Must be willing to engage in the school’s full programme, including all after hours and extra-curricular activities and Intersen Phase sport, (this includes some Saturdays)
• An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team,
• A commitment to on-going personal and professional development,
• An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos and extra-curricular activities,
• Be willing to get a police clearance certificate and must have a clear criminal record,
• Must be SACE registered,
• Must have an excellent command of the English language,
• Must have at least 5 years Intersen Phase teaching experience – preferably at Grade 4 and 5 level.

Applications should be sent as soon as possible. The closing date is Friday, 26 September 2025 at 12:00.

Please send your curriculum vitae in PDF format, all relevant qualifications, SACE and a 1 page motivational letter to the Headmaster at [e-mail] . Please use the subject line: “English Post.”

Please only send an application IF you meet all the above requirements. Applications that do not meet all the requirements, will not be considered.

Unicorn Preparatory reserves the right not to proceed with filling the post. An application does not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves for consideration.

If you haven’t heard from the school by Friday, 03 October 2025, please assume your application has not been successful

Unicorn Preparatory School, 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 it will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.