Maternity Cover Foundation Phase Teacher

Curro Holdings Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

An independent schooling provider in Gqeberha is seeking a Maternity Cover Foundation Phase Teacher for a part-time role starting February 2026. Responsibilities include teaching, lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessments. Ideal candidates should have a BEd/PGCE in foundation phase education, at least 2 years of teaching experience, and be SACE-registered. The closing date for applications is January 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a foundation phase teacher.
• Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum is necessary.
• Must be SACE-registered.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons using modern tools and processes.
• Manage classroom setup for optimal performance.
• Conduct assessments and manage homework assignments.
• Plan and manage extramural activities and outings.

Skills

Facilitation

Problem-solving

Report-writing

Communication

Organisational skills

Planning skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BEd and/or PGCE in foundation phase education

Honours degree

Job description

Curro Holdings is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values‑based environment and offers learner‑centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro Holdings seeks to appoint Maternity Cover Foundation Phase Teacher (part‑time) at Curro Westbrook in Gqeberha to commence duties in February 2026

Curro Holdings is seeking to appoint a primary school foundation phase teacher at Curro Westbrook in Gqeberha. The role involves teaching and coordinating a range of subjects as per the Curro curriculum for the foundation phase. The teacher is responsible for the active teaching, knowledge transfer, skills development and growth of positive attitudes among learners through integrated and focused teaching approaches.

Curro is an equal‑opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Perform teaching duties, including planning lessons using modern‑day tools and processes, setting up workbooks and measuring academic improvement and achievement
• Review, implement, monitor and adjust the term plan as necessary, including creating customised plans to support the class pace and available lessons as well as making provision for revision and parent and learning meetings
• Manage the classroom, including classroom design and set‑up for optimal performance, disciplinary rules and communication with learners and parents
• Manage assessments, including assessment reviews, the assessment roster, revision packs, moderation and interventions
• Plan and manage homework per grade, including revisions and managing reading levels and progress
• Plan and manage extramural activities and outings

Qualifications, experience and skills

• BEd and/or PGCE in foundation phase education, with an honours degree advantageous
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a foundation phase teacher
• Knowledge of the CAPS curriculum
• Proven facilitation, problem‑solving and report‑writing skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills
• Willing and able to work extended hours
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• SACE‑registered
• Clear criminal record

Closing date: 30 January 2026.

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Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration (if applicable) as part of your online application.

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