Grade R Teacher at Radley Private School

Job Description

• At Radley Private School, we’re redefining what it means to educate the next generation. As one of South Africa’s first entrepreneurial schools, we blend academic excellence with cutting-edge 21st-century skills – including creativity, problem-solving, independence, and entrepreneurial thinking. Our mission is to empower young minds with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing future.
• We are seeking a passionate and experienced Grade R teacher to join our Foundation Phase team in Northriding. If you love working with young children, believe in nurturing curiosity and confidence, and are eager to be part of a growing school that puts learners and purpose first – this opportunity is for you.

Who we are

• Radley Private School is backed by Raizcorp, Africa’s leading business incubator. We provide a calm, caring, and structured environment where learners are celebrated, supported, and challenged to think differently.
• Small classes for individual attention and real relationships
• No traditional competitive team sports – more time for academic and creative growth
• Weekly professional development and entrepreneurial training for staff
• A strong focus on developing independence, critical thinking, resilience, and confidence

About the role: Grade R Teacher

• As our Grade R teacher, you’ll be responsible for creating a warm, structured, and engaging learning environment where young learners can build strong foundations for future academic success.
• You’ll support learners’ social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through purposeful play, structured learning, and creative exploration.

Your responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning for Grade R learners
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons
• Develop foundational literacy, numeracy, fine motor, gross motor, and social skills
• Create a nurturing, structured, and stimulating classroom environment
• Use play-based and inquiry-based learning to support learner development
• Monitor learner progress and provide regular feedback to parents and school leadership
• Support learners’ emotional development, independence, and confidence
• Collaborate with fellow educators in a supportive and innovative team
• Participate in ongoing professional development and coaching
• Contribute to Radley’s entrepreneurial and future-focused school culture

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Education – non-negotiable
• SACE registered with valid certification – non-negotiable
• Experience teaching Grade R or Foundation Phase learners
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and school readiness
• Passionate about nurturing young learners and building strong educational foundations
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Creative, warm, patient, and highly organised
• Comfortable working in a small, high-impact, entrepreneurial school environment

Why you’ll love working at Radley

• A calm, purpose-driven school environment with meaningful relationships
• The chance to be part of a pioneering educational model in South Africa
• Ongoing mentorship and training in entrepreneurship and education
• A unique opportunity to shape young learners at the start of their school journey
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team of educators