Lecturer/Junior Lecturer: (Inclusive) Education (IP & FP) (contract ending 20 May 2026)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in South Africa seeks a qualified lecturer to teach Inclusive Education. The role requires a Master's degree and at least two years of relevant lecturing experience. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and supervising student teaching practice. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in research. Preference is given to those who contribute to equity objectives in demographic representation. Applications are encouraged from individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

Employment Equity commitment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of relevant lecturing experience in Inclusive Education.
• Knowledge and experience in preparing teaching experiences for Intermediate Phase students.
• Experience with support and differentiated teaching for learners with barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Teaching in the Intermediate and Foundation Phase.
• Supervising students on teaching practice.
• Involvement in research activities including publications and supervision.

Skills

Inclusive Education

Teaching methodologies

Research skills

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Inclusive Education

Teaching degree

Job description

Job Title

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Campus/ Location

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

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

10/12/2025

Job Purpose

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A relevant Masters’ degree in Inclusive Education (OR a relevant Hons-degree for Junior Lecturer level).
• Theory of Education as a major at Bachelor’s level.
• A relevant teaching degree.
• At least two (2) years’ relevant lecturing experience in Inclusive Education and Theory of Education at tertiary level
• Knowledge, understanding and experience in the preparation and evaluation of meaningful teaching experiences for Intermediate Phase (and Foundation Phase) students.
• Experience and knowledge of support and differentiated teaching for learners experiencing barriers to learning related to Language.

Please Note: Preference will be given to candidates meeting the minimum requirements at Lecturer level

Recommendations:

• Relevant research output.
• Knowledge and understanding of CAPS in the Intermediate Phase (and Foundation Phase).
• Solid grounding in the subject (Inclusive Education) as well as the teaching methodologies.
• Experience in the planning, designing and editing of teaching and learning materials (including electronic).

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teaching in the Intermediate (and Foundation Phase).
• 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.
• Learning support for and in multilingual classrooms.
• Assessment and quality assurance.
• Networking with schools and other networks.
• Coaching and mentoring.
• Meticulous planning and organizing skills.
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the head of department.
• Expert subject knowledge (Technical & Professional knowledge and skills).
• Excelling teaching skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Sound administrative skills.
• Research skills (publications and supervision).
• Mentoring and support for students.
• Adequate content and pedagogical content knowledge.
• Good work ethics and ability to manage work.

General Information

Closing Date: 10 December 2025
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 (your major subjects at undergrad level)
3. Your teacher's qualification
4. Abstract of your Masters and/or Doctoral degree.(whichever is applicable)
5. Subjects you have taught and at which level
6. Details regarding your research output/publication record and all scholarly achievements
7. 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.

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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.