Grade R Class Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Somerset West seeks an energetic and creative Grade R Class Teacher. This role requires a committed individual with a Degree in Foundation Phase Teaching and 8-10 years experience. Responsibilities include classroom teaching, leading school activities, and maintaining high standards of conduct. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and a nurturing disposition, contributing to the school's ethos and values.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years teaching experience in a Pre-Preparatory environment.
• Proof of registration with SACE.
• Energetic, self-motivated with excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all duties as required of an academic teacher.
• Commitment to extra-mural activities and events.
• Incorporate school values and Christian ethos in teaching.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Team player

Education

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.

Listing information

Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa