Senior English Teacher

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior English Teacher to join its academic team in January 2026. The ideal candidate should have a relevant teaching qualification and a passion for literature and critical thinking. Responsibilities include teaching English and contributing to the development of the IB Diploma Programme. The school offers a collaborative environment focused on academic excellence.

Benefits

Innovative educational environment

Supportive faculty

Qualifications

• Registration with SACE required.
• Experience in teaching the IB Diploma Programme English is highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary and classic literature.

Responsibilities

• Teach English at the Senior School level.
• Contribute to the development of the IB Diploma Programme English offering.

Skills

Passion for literature

Critical thinking

Language mastery

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Overview

Start Date: January 2026

Location: Redhill School, Johannesburg

Redhill School, a leading independent, co-educational school in Johannesburg, is seeking to appoint a Senior English Teacher to join our dynamic academic team in January 2026.

We are looking for an exceptional educator with a passion for literature, critical thinking, and language mastery. The successful candidate will teach English at the Senior School level and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme at Redhill.

Responsibilities

Teach English at the Senior School level and contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the IB Diploma Programme English offering.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching qualification and a degree in English or related field.
• Registration with SACE.
• Experience in teaching the IB Diploma Programme English is highly advantageous.
• Alternatively, a willingness and enthusiasm to work closely with our current IB English teacher and learn to teach IB as the programme expands.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary and classic literature, and an ability to inspire a love of reading and writing.
• A proven track record of excellence in teaching at the FET phase (Grades 10–12).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a commitment to innovative, student-centred learning.

Why Join Redhill?

• An innovative, future-focused educational environment.
• A collaborative and supportive faculty with a commitment to academic excellence.

Applications

To apply for this position, please forward a full Curriculum Vitae and a Motivation Letter, together with the names and telephone numbers of three referees, to:

Applications close at 15h00 on Friday, 26 September 2025

Redhill School reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not heard from the School by 24 October 2025 please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Redhill reserves to right to appoint someone earlier if a suitable candidate presents him/herself. Redhill reserves the right not to make an appointment.

POPIA disclaimer: Redhill 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 are recognising and accepting this disclaimer

Closing Date

26/09/2025