Grade Reception (Gr R) Class Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Convent School seeks a passionate Reception Class Teacher for its Preschool. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and a commitment to the Catholic ethos. Candidates will engage in fostering a nurturing learning environment and are expected to participate actively in school events.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching the Reception year (Grade R).
• Knowledge of Play Based Learning and thinking routines.
• Vision and passion for educating girls.

Responsibilities

• Teach the Reception Class in line with Catholic values.
• Participate in school events and after-hours functions.
• Implement the Religious Education curriculum.

Skills

Passion for early childhood education

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

Fully qualified teacher

Registered with SACE

Job description

Springfield Convent School is a leading Independent Day School for girls from Pre-Primary to Matric. Founded by the Cabra Dominican Sisters in 1871, Springfield is nestled in beautiful historic gardens on Wynberg Hill in Cape Town. The School has a longstanding proud academic record with a nurturing Catholic atmosphere and tradition, exceptionally successful music, art, and drama departments as well as excellent sports facilities.

Within the Catholic ethos and Dominican values, particularly in relation to respecting each person’s dignity and the common good, we educate children of all faiths, developing the talents, virtues, and potential of each individual – both pupils and staff

The Junior School Principal invites applicants to apply for the Reception Class Teacher position in our Preschool

Attributes of the successful candidate will include:

• Be a fully qualified, enthusiastic teacher, passionate about early childhood education and experienced in teaching the Reception year (Grade R).
• Have knowledge and or experience of Play Based Learning, as well as, thinking routines.
• Have a proven record of innovation, commitment and professionalism.
• Have a vision, love and passion for the education of girls in the 21st century.
• Understand, identify with and contribute to the Catholic/Christian ethos and values of our school.
• Be willing and able to teach the Religious Education curriculum.
• Have effective organisational and administrative skills.
• Have good computer literacy skills.
• Be registered with SACE.
• Be available after hours to attend school events and functions.

Please submit your application to the Junior School Principal via this link

• Closing date of applications: Monday 7 July 2025
• Commencement date: 1 January 2026

Springfield Convent School reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of this post. The application will not of itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants disqualifying themselves from consideration. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Springfield is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Springfield Convent School 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.

Candidates not contacted shall consider their application unsuccessful.

Closing Date

07/07/2025