Lecturer Education

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Cape Town is seeking a Lecturer in Education for a 3-month contract. Responsibilities include teaching in the Senior Phase and FET department, curriculum development, and supervising students. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Master's and Honours degree in Education, along with at least two years of lecturing experience. The role supports academic objectives and promotes research, collaboration, and community engagement. Interested applicants should reach out to the Human Capital Department for application assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years lecturing experience in SP & FET at tertiary level.
• Specialized knowledge of teaching methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the SP & FET department.
• Develop curricula and learning materials.
• Supervise students on teaching practice.

Skills

Teaching skills

Curriculum development

Research skills

Computer literacy

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Education

Honours degree in Education

Teaching qualification in SPFET

Job description

Overview

Lecturer: Education, Dept of Senior Phase & FET (3-month contract)

Campus/ Location

Mowbray Campus - Mowbray, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Contract

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Education -> Senior Phase and Further Education & Train -Fet

Job Purpose

This position is intended to assist the department in achieving its academic objectives, which include teaching in accordance with a predetermined curriculum, conducting research and innovation, participating in community engagement and teaching practice activities, as well as developing and designing curricula.

The successful candidate will teach in the field of Education in the SP & FET Phase with expertise in philosophy of education, sociology of education, inclusive education, and psychology of education at the Mowbray Campus.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A relevant Master’s degree in Education or Education Studies.
• An Honours degree in Education, or Education specialization (curriculum studies, educational management, philosophy of education, sociology of education, inclusive education, and psychology of education).
• A relevant teaching qualification with a relevant major in SPFET (preferable at secondary school level).
• Two (2) years relevant lecturing experience in SP & FET at tertiary level or five (5) years’ relevant teaching experience at school level.
• Specialized knowledge of methodologies of teaching.

Recommendations:

• Relevant research output.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teaching in the SP & FET department.
• Curriculum development and other learning materials.
• Supervising students on teaching practice.
• Research and involvement in research activities (publications and supervision).
• Academic administration, development, and administration.
• Assessment and Quality Assurance.
• Mentoring and support of students (and staff).
• Networking with schools and other networks.
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
• Expert knowledge in Education.
• Excellent teaching skills.
• Adequate content and pedagogical content knowledge.
• Good work ethics and ability to manage work.
• Mentoring and support of students (and staff).
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Computer literacy skills for teaching technology.
• Meticulous planning and organizing skills/Time Management.
• Networking with schools and other networks.
• Ability to align yourself to hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and on-line learning).
• Strong learner focus.

General Information

Closing Date: 03 February 2026

For enquiries and assistance with your on-line application, please contact Ms Viwe Lalela, Human Capital Department on [e-mail] or 021 460 3351

Please ensure that your on-line CV highlights and includes the following information:
1. All your completed qualifications
2. Academic transcript for your undergraduate qualification
3. Your teacher's qualification
4. Abstract of your Doctoral degree.
5. Your major subjects at undergrad level
6. Subjects you have taught and at which level
7. Details regarding your research output/publication record and all scholarly achievements
8. Details of your Permanent Residency (where applicable)

NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS
IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO
SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE
LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR
APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

Copyright, Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
We are a university in Cape Town, South Africa and the only university of Technology in the Western Cape province.
We are also the largest university in the province.