Inspiring Secondary Science Teacher - Physics & Chemistry

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PD opportunities

Well-equipped labs

Supportive culture

Pension & medical aid

Bonuses

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal seeks a dynamic Secondary School Physical Science Teacher to deliver Physics and Chemistry instruction and manage a safe, well-equipped laboratory. You will inspire curiosity, develop practical skills, and prepare students for exams in a collaborative school setting.

The ideal candidate holds a science degree with a PGCE and has at least four years of secondary teaching experience, with strong classroom and laboratory management and a passion for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science (Physics/Chemistry) and a PGCE or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of experience teaching Physical Science at secondary level.
• Solid knowledge of South African National Curriculum for Physical Science.
• Ability to teach Physics and Chemistry concepts effectively.
• Excellent laboratory management and safety skills.
• Strong classroom management and ability to inspire students.
• Proficient in integrating educational technology into science teaching.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• SACE registration with a clear criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging Physical Science lesson plans for secondary students.
• Conduct practical laboratory sessions with safety and resource efficiency.
• Assess student learning via assignments, tests, projects and experiments.
• Provide constructive feedback to support student growth and understanding.
• Foster an inclusive classroom that encourages inquiry and critical thinking.
• Collaborate with the science department on curriculum development and school initiatives.
• Supervise students during practical work and maintain a safe lab environment.
• Prepare students for internal and external examinations in Physical Science.

Skills

Lab safety

Classroom management

Educational technology

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Science

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal seeks a dynamic Secondary School Physical Science Teacher to deliver Physics and Chemistry instruction and manage a safe, well-equipped laboratory. You will inspire curiosity, develop practical skills, and prepare students for exams in a collaborative school setting.

The ideal candidate holds a science degree with a PGCE and has at least four years of secondary teaching experience, with strong classroom and laboratory management and a passion for