Grade 2 Teacher

Reddam House Schools SA; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private school in Cape Town is seeking a dedicated educator to promote student welfare through engaging teaching and the creation of a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in secondary education, a university degree in the relevant subject, and a commitment to professional development. Responsibilities include lesson planning, student evaluation, and participation in school events. Join a dynamic team committed to academic excellence and student success.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Dynamic and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching in a secondary school.
• Ability to evaluate, reflect, and refine teaching practices.
• Genuine care for student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present engaging lessons.
• Create a positive learning environment.
• Evaluate and report on student progress.
• Attend special occasions at the discretion of the Head.

Skills

Teaching experience

Adaptable teaching style

Understanding of IEB and Cambridge methodologies

Excellent preparation and planning

Student welfare commitment

Education

University degree in the relevant subject

Certified Teaching Status

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world‑class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award‑winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state‑of‑the‑art facilities alongside industry‑renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry‑leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL

Reddam House Durbanville offers a co‑educational, non‑denominational, premier, private school environment recognising, nurturing and developing the individuality of each student placed in our care and encouraging students to maximise their potential. Our school offers a dual curriculum, offering both Cambridge Assessment International and IEB education. Reddam House Durbanville offers a holistic, innovative educational experience, encouraging students to realise their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence. We offer a premium education from 1 – 2 years old to A Levels as a post‑matric option, to families living in the leafy suburbs of Durbanville, Vredekloof, Welgedacht, Plattekloof, Blouberg, Tableview, West Beach, Melkbos, Kanonberg & Welgemoed. We offer weekly and termly boarding from Grade 6 – 12, providing a home‑away‑from‑home to students outside South Africa & neighbouring countries, including Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Mauritius.

ROLE SUMMARY

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well‑being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan prepare and present interesting and exciting lessons.
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour and standards of work.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week.
• Be open to continuously develop one's teaching through personal and school‑wide professional development.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Respond to e‑mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Complete continuous assessment, progress reports and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Write report comments.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback
• A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness
• Excellent preparation and planning
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with students in a secondary school
• Previous experience with IEB and Cambridge Programmes
• University degree in appropriate subject
• Certified Teaching Status
• Appropriate right to work.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com