GRADE R CLASS TEACHER

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent co-educational school in Somerset West is seeking an energetic and experienced GRADE R CLASS TEACHER. This role requires a recognised degree in Foundation Phase Teaching and 8-10 years of experience in a Pre-Preparatory environment. Responsibilities include leading the classroom, incorporating the school’s values, and total commitment to extra-mural activities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years teaching experience in a Pre-Preparatory environment.
• Must have proof of registration with SACE.
• Have a warm and nurturing disposition.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for all duties as required of an academic teacher.
• Lead a classroom by example of conduct and excellence in teaching.
• Incorporate the school’s values and Christian ethos into daily teaching.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Energetic and self-motivated

Excellent organisational and administrative skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team player

Computer literacy and proficient IT skills

Education

Recognised Degree in Foundation Phase Teaching

Job description

Somerset College is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school offering schooling from Grade 000 to Matric-IEB and Cambridge AS and A-levels. Founded in 1997, Somerset College is a welcoming, stimulating centre of learning situated in the beautiful Cape Winelands.

The Pre-Preparatory School seeks to employ an energetic, creative and experienced Pre-Preparatory teacher who is passionate about developing young people.

GRADE R CLASS TEACHER

Commencement Date: 1 January 2026

Duties required:

• To be responsible for all duties as required of an academic teacher;
• Commitment to grade and school-specific activities and events;
• Lead a classroom by example of conduct and by excellence in teaching;
• Incorporate the school’s values and Christian ethos into daily teaching and beyond the school gates;
• Total commitment to extra-mural activities of the school, including Aftercare duty.
• Minimum requirement is a recognised Degree in Foundation Phase Teaching coupled with 8-10 years teaching experience in a Pre-Preparatory environment;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents;
• Energetic, self-motivated and able to use own initiative;
• Enthusiastic, assertive and flexible;
• Have a warm and nurturing disposition;
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills;
• An open and creative outlook to education;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must be a team player;
• Computer literacy and proficient IT skills is imperative;
• Have a proven ability to work as part of a team;
• Have proof of registration with SACE.

Please email a letter of application and CV in confidence to the Human Resources Officer at [e-mail]. Somerset College is an equal opportunity employer. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. Submission of an application does not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.

Somerset 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.

Closing Date: 5 October 2025

Closing Date

05/10/2025

Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa