Locum: Afrikaans Teacher Gr 8-12

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

St Stithians College seeks a passionate and innovative individual for a locum teaching position from January to April 2026. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and demonstrate strong educational practices, organizational skills, and a commitment to student development within an inclusive community. Applications close on 25 August 2025.

Qualifications

• A suitable professional qualification and appropriate educational experience.
• Previous experience in an IEB school would be an advantage.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Create and sustain professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Embrace changes in education; integrate ICT into teaching.
• Contribute to pastoral care and leadership programmes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Passion for education

Flexibility

Education

Degree in the appropriate subject area

Proof of registration with SACE

Job description

St Stithians College is a proudly South African school, embracing diversity and offering a distinctive educational experience. Founded as a Methodist Church School, our Christian spirituality is central to our identity. Our College consists of primary and secondary boys’ and girls’ schools, together with a co-educational junior primary school. We are an independent, non-profit institution located on an expansive green campus in Sandton, Johannesburg. In addition, St Stithians incorporates Kamoka Bush School near Modimolle, the Thandulwazi Maths & Science Academy on our Campus and the St Stithians Online School. As a College, we are intent on Inspiring Excellence and Making a World of Difference.

Within the Girls’ College we strive to produce confident young women who are able to lead lives of conviction and purpose.
The College’s Methodist focus offers our young women important guiding principles enabling of this life of purpose which is central to the Saints Honour Code, namely “Honour God, Honour others and Honour self”. The Girls’ College provides a safe, nurturing and inclusive community where young women are encouraged to explore, experiment and investigate.

The Girls’ College seeks a passionate and innovative applicant for the abovementioned locum position, which will be available from 1 January 2026 – 31 April 2026.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.

The requirements for this position are:

• A suitable professional qualification and appropriate educational experience
• A degree in the appropriate subject area is a prerequisite
• A passion for the subject
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Previous experience in an IEB school would be an advantage
• A sound and progressive understanding of international trends in girls’ education and 21st century learning
• The ability to create and sustain professional and affirming relationships with students and colleagues in our College environment
• Willingness to embrace rapid changes in education, and an interest and ability to integrate ICT and technology into teaching and learning
• A commitment to our pastoral care and leadership programmes
• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the College
• A commitment to on-going personal and professional development
• An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos and co-curricular activities
• Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender’s clearance certificate

To apply please click on the following link before the closing date of 25 August 2025

Applications received via email will not be considered. Applications must be done via the link above only.

St Stithians College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes appointments within the context of its transformation imperatives

The College reserves the right not to proceed with this post. Applications are invited from South African citizens. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applications automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

St Stithians College is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have a suite of robust policies and procedures, regularly reviewed and updated, to ensure a safe, secure, and positive environment where all students can thrive. If you are successful, you will be expected to adhere to and actively contribute to these safeguarding practices.

St Stithians College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.