Remote Advisory Committee Member – Emocien Limited

Jobspaddy; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Head of Department for History. This permanent, full-time role involves leading a passionate team of History teachers, ensuring a comprehensive curriculum, and fostering a love for the subject among students. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree, a professional teaching qualification, and SACE registration, along with a wealth of experience in teaching and managing a History department. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on students' academic journeys and contribute positively to the school's ethos and community.

Qualifications

• Possession of a relevant degree and professional teaching qualification.
• SACE registration is mandatory for applicants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the History teaching team and ensure high standards.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive teaching and assessment program.

Skills

Team Leadership

Curriculum Development

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Education

Relevant Degree

Professional Teaching Qualification

SACE Registration

Job description

A vacancy on the permanent, full-time staff has arisen in respect of the Head of Department, History.

The successful applicant is ideally expected to be able to take up the post from 20 July. The responsibilities of the post are focused on:

1. Leading the team of History teachers;
2. Ensuring a complete and relevant teaching & assessment programme for History;
3. Fostering enthusiasm for History;
4. Maintaining a high standard of pupil achievement in History, especially at Grade 12 level;
5. Maintaining the high profile of History within the College;
6. Contributing positively to our co-curricular and pastoral care programmes.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will be in possession of a relevant degree, professional teaching qualification, and be SACE registered. The following will be advantageous:

1. Being involved in an IEB History cluster group;
2. Ten years full-time History Teaching experience in the FET Phase of a Secondary School;
3. Thorough knowledge of the National Curriculum and/or IEB teaching experience;
4. IEB marking experience;
5. Experience in leading a History department and/or other managerial responsibilities;
6. Experience with teaching A level History (not a requirement).

Police Clearance, Sexual Offenders and Child Protection clearances are all required to be submitted.

Hilton College implements a transformation and diversity policy, and all students and staff are required to support the ethos of the school. The successful applicant is likely to possess the following key competencies:

1. A team player but able to work independently as required;
2. Assertiveness with flexibility;
3. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic;
4. Attention to detail;
5. Excellent inter-personal skills;
6. Sensitivity to a diverse student and staff population.

Please include a Curriculum Vitae and proof of qualifications. Should you not be contacted by us within 21 days of the date of this advertisement, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful and no further correspondence will be entered into.

Hilton College reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of this position. Hilton 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.