Grade 6 Educator — CAPS & Afrikaans FAL Specialist

Old School Ties; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgemead Primary School seeks a Grade 6 Educator starting 01 January 2027. The candidate should demonstrate excellent English communication, CAPS mastery, and experience in Afrikaans FAL within the ISP, plus leadership of Grade 6 classes. Strong pastoral care and active involvement in school activities are valued.

Applicants should show a growth mindset and professional values consistent with the school’s inclusive and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Thorough knowledge of CAPS content and relevant assessment practices.
• Experience in teaching, planning and/or leading Afrikaans FAL in the ISP.
• Experience as a Grade 6 Class and Subject Teacher.
• State subjects taught in ISP and which grades taught.
• Knowledge of and experience in SIAS protocols.
• Digital literacy (One Drive & Apple) for administration, teaching and content creation.
• Active involvement in school activities beyond the classroom – rugby, netball, and/or hockey would be advantageous.
• Distinctive growth mindset, work ethic, professional values and pastoral care.

Skills

English communication

CAPS content knowledge

Afrikaans FAL ISP experience

Grade 6 class/subject teaching

Growth mindset & pastoral care

Sport involvement (rugby/netball/hoki)

Tools

OneDrive

Apple devices

Job description

Edgemead Primary School seeks a Grade 6 Educator starting 01 January 2027. The candidate should demonstrate excellent English communication, CAPS mastery, and experience in Afrikaans FAL within the ISP, plus leadership of Grade 6 classes. Strong pastoral care and active involvement in school activities are valued.

Applicants should show a growth mindset and professional values consistent with the school’s inclusive and diverse environment.