Lecturer: Teacher Education Job ID: 6641

University of the Free State; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Medical aid scheme

Group life insurance

Housing allowance

Leave and sick leave

Service bonus

Study benefits

Job summary

University of the Free State seeks a Lecturer in Teacher Education at Bloemfontein Campus. The role requires doctoral or master’s level credentials in Education with a focus on Teacher Education, plus a formal teaching qualification for primary/intermediate levels.

Candidates should show research output and experience presenting at conferences. The appointment is permanent for a Junior Management level, with responsibilities spanning teaching, research and service in the Department of Curriculum

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Education with focus on Teacher Education (Pre-service or In-service) or related discipline for permanent appointment.
• Master’s degree in Education with focus on Teacher Education; five-year pathway to permanent appointment if converting to PhD.
• Formal teaching qualification (Diploma in Education or B.Ed) with Intermediate PhaseTeaching as a major.

Responsibilities

• Proven experience delivering poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts with potential for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
• Previous leadership roles in school or higher education settings.

Skills

Results Orientated

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen

MS Office

Leading

Building Coalitions

Team Collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education

Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Education

Formal teaching qualification with Intermediate Phase Teaching

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Lecturer: Teacher Education Job ID: 6641

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education -> Department of Curriculum Studies and Higher Education

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Junior Management

Location

Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

26/10/2026

Description

This post was previously advertised as Job ID: 6608. All applications received in response to the previous advertisement will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.

Inherent Requirements

• A Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education with a focus on Teacher Education (Pre-service or In-service Teachers) or related discipline (for a permanent appointment)

or

• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Education with a focus on Teacher Education (Pre-service or In-service Teachers)(contract appointment: five (5) years during which a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education with a focus on Teacher Education (Pre-service or In-service Teachers) MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent appointment).
• Candidates must submit proof of registration for a doctoral degree in Education with a focus on Teacher Education (Pre-service or In-service Teachers) (attach a copy).
• Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis (or dissertation) to indicate relevance to Teacher Education (Pre-service or In-service Teachers) (attach a copy).
• A formal teaching qualification with Intermediate Phase Teaching (or Primary School Teaching) as a major (e.g. Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) (attach a copy).
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience in a school environment or at least two (2) years in a higher education or research and development environment.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).

Recommendations

• Proven research record of relevant publications in national accredited journals.
• Member of a national or international scholarly society or committee.
• Experience in school-based community engagement work
• Experience in school leadership as either a Subject Head, Head of Department, Cluster leader, Deputy Principal, etc.

Competencies

Required Competencies

• Results Orientated:
• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• Strategic Thinking:
• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
• Business Acumen:
• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
• The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption Of Duties

As soon as possible.

Salary

The salary is available on request.

Fringe Benefits

• pension scheme
• medical aid scheme
• group life insurance
• housing allowance
• leave and sick leave
• service bonus
• study benefits

Enquiries

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2558 or email [e-mail] or [e-mail]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2876 / 7659 for assistance.

General

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.