FOUNDATION PHASE TEACHER

Old School Ties; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Camps Bay Primary School in the Western Cape seeks a passionate Foundation Phase teacher for 2027 who will teach across Grades R to 3 and support learners in a positive, engaging environment.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years of Foundation Phase experience, SACE registered, strong classroom management, and a collaborative approach with staff and parents, with involvement in extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience across Foundation Phase grades.
• Strong classroom management that motivates learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer literacy and use of educational technology.
• Willingness to participate in extracurricular activities and community life.
• SACE registered with current practising status.

Responsibilities

• Teach Foundation Phase classes as required for Grades R–3.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support learners.
• Engage in school extracurricular activities and cultural events.
• Uphold the ethos and values of Camps Bay Primary School.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Integrity & communication

Foundation Phase experience

Classroom management

Computer literacy

Collaborative approach

Extracurricular involvement

Upholding ethos & values

Education

SACE registered

Job description

Camps Bay Primary School is a co-educational school located in the heart of Camps Bay serving over 480 children from Grade R to Grade 7. Established in 1906, the school has a proud history spanning 120 years. It is a diverse school and one which seeks to remain relevant as the world changes.

Foundation Phase Teacher

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Foundation Phase teacher for 2027 who is committed to creating a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment. The successful candidate must be confident in teaching across grades within the Foundation Phase.

• A passion for teaching and inspiring young minds.
• Be a person of integrity, with excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in teaching in different grades in the Foundation Phase.
• Excellent classroom management that encourages and motivates learners to be the very best they can be.
• Competence in terms of computer literacy.
• An energetic, reliable, flexible and collaborative approach to working with colleagues and parents.
• A willingness to become actively involved in the school's extracurricular activities, cultural events, traditions and wider community life.
• A commitment to upholding and contributing positively to the ethos and values of the school.
• SACE registered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The school reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application does not necessarily entitle the applicant to an interview.

Additional Info

• Location: Western Cape
• Workplace: Co-educational Primary School – State School
• Position: Foundation Phase Teacher
• Deadline for application/expression of interest: 30th October 2026
• Commencement date: January 2027