Pre-Primary and Primary School Physical Education Teacher

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

Job summary

A community-focused independent school in Cape Town is seeking a dedicated Pre-Primary and Primary School Physical Education Teacher. The role involves teaching PE, coaching boys' sports, and coordinating events. Candidates must hold a recognized teaching qualification and be registered with SACE, with at least three years of primary teaching experience. Strong organizational skills and a passion for education are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years teaching experience in Primary School.
• Must be male.
• Passion for education and working with children.

Responsibilities

• Teach Pre-Primary and Primary School Physical Education.
• Co-ordinate sports across the school's codes.
• Liaise with other teachers regarding fixtures and events.

Skills

Teaching Physical Education

Organising sport events

Computer literacy

Organisational skills

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Registration with SACE

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Pre-Primary and Primary School Physical Education Teacher

Tel: [phone] (Primary School) / 021 531 5011 (High School)

Cannons Creek Independent School is a safe community school with a Christian ethos, staffed by passionate professionals who endeavour to educate confident, trustworthy individuals who are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Applications are invited for the following position: (Boys’ Sports Co-ordinator) to commence duties in Term 1 of 2026 or soonest thereafter.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Teaching Pre-Primary and Primary School Physical Education (Grades RR–7).
• Coaching a core School Sporting code, to boys.
• Co‑ordinating Primary School Boys’ sport across the school’s sporting codes.
• Liaising closely with the Primary School Girls’ Physical Education Teacher.
• Work in a team across both Primary and High School.
• Liaising with staff and other schools as regards fixtures, tournaments and tours.
• Control of sports equipment and management of the school’s sporting facilities in conjunction with the High School Sport Co‑ordinators and the school’s Estate Manager.
• Ensuring the smooth running of all sporting activities and events.

Required qualifications, competencies and experience:

• Must be male.
• A recognised teaching qualification is imperative to teach Physical Education.
• Registration with SACE is a non‑negotiable requirement.
• A minimum of three years’ teaching experience within a Primary School.
• Have experience organising sport events and tournaments.
• Proficiency in computer literacy.
• A Police Clearance certificate will be required.
• Be passionate about education and working with children.
• Proven organisational and administration skills.
• Knowledge of latest teaching trends.

Advantageous:

• Teaching experience in Independent Schools would be an advantage.
• Experience using the Google Suite would be an advantage.

Please click here to submit your application. This includes a survey, cover letter and CV upload section.

Closing date for applications: 3 November 2025.

The school retains the right not to fill this position and only short‑listed applicants will be notified. Cannons Creek Independent School is committed to the goals of transformation, diversity, equity and belonging, in accordance with its strategic vision.

Cannons Creek Independent School, 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 recognise and accept this disclaimer.

2 Nursery Way, Pinelands, Cape Town, 7405, South Africa