Lecturer: Natural and Physical Sciences, Intermediate Phase, Faculty of Education

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wellington seeks a qualified educator to teach Natural and Physical Sciences in Afrikaans. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Master’s degree and teaching qualification, along with experience in tertiary education. Responsibilities include curriculum development, student supervision, and involvement in research activities. Applications are open until August 10, 2025.

Qualifications

• Two years of lecturing experience at tertiary level or five years’ experience at school level.
• Competence in technology integration in pedagogy.
• Ability to manage multilingual classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Teach Natural and Physical Sciences in Intermediate and Senior/FET Phase.
• Supervise students during teaching practice.
• Engage in research and academic activities.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Afrikaans

Teaching methodology

Curriculum development

Assessment and quality assurance

Education

Master’s degree related to Natural and Physical Science

Relevant teaching qualification

Natural and/or Physical Science as a major

Job description

Applications are specifically invited for teaching in the field of natural and physical sciences education in the Intermediate Phase. Candidates with specific skills in the teaching of physical sciences and life sciences as part of Intermediate Phase Education on the Wellington Campus.

*Please note that the position is based at the Wellington Campus where tuition is in Afrikaans. Candidates must be able to teach in Afrikaans.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s degree relevant to the teaching of Natural and Physical Science.
• A relevant teaching qualification relevant to the to the teaching of Natural and Physical Science Education.
• Natural and/or Physical Science as a major subject at undergraduate level.
• Two (2) years' relevant lecturing experience at tertiary level or five (5) years’ relevant teaching experience at school level.
• Competence in the pedagogy of technology integration in learning, teaching, and assessment.
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans (BEd tuition in Wellington is through Afrikaans).

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teaching Methodology of Natural Sciences and Physical Sciences in the Intermediate and Senior/FET 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.
• Adequate content and pedagogical content knowledge.
• Assessment and quality assurance.
• Good work ethics and ability to manage work.
• Learning support for and in multilingual classrooms.
• Mentoring and support of students (and staff).
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong learner focus.
• 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).

General Information

Closing Date: 10 August 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

For applications acceptable via www.cput.ac.za/jobs