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Herschel Girls School, founded in 1922, situated in Claremont Cape Town, is an inclusive independent Anglican school for girls from Pre-Nursery to Grade 12 which welcomes pupils and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
About the job
Herschel Girls Senior School seeks to appoint a Mathematics and Physical Sciences Teacher (IEB) to commence duties in January 2022.
Herschel Girls School is adopting the IEB NSC qualification effective 01 January 2022 and is looking for an innovative and progressive teacher who seeks the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and excellent staff and school.
The successful applicant will be a suitably qualified teacher with Mathematics as a specialist subject.
The following are essential:
A demonstrable passion for and expert experience in teaching Mathematics and Physical Sciences up to Grade 12
Be fully committed to the school’s transformation, equity and belonging strategic objectives in support of an equitable, inclusive and safe school environment for all
A willingness to work within the values and ethos of the school and a commitment to involve oneself in the broader extramural programme on offer at the school
Excellent relational skills which allow for the development of a progressive, safe, inclusive, exciting teaching environment
Healthy self-awareness and a well-developed sense of duty of care towards one’s students and one’s colleagues
An understanding and appreciation of Girls’ Education and the nuances applicable to support the educational premise of nurturing confident, independent, caring, resolute and inspiring young women
The skills and care required to be a tutor within the House system which we operate at Herschel. This involves active engagement with a small group of students across the grades, having oversight of their well-being and their academic progress
A proven ability to establish a dynamic learning environment and to nurture curiosity and intellectual agility through the advancement of a relevant and rich curriculum
Excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills
The ability to integrate technology with confidence and flair to support a blended learning environment that engages students
The ability to explore a rapidly changing educational landscape and be open to ongoing personal and professional development to support change
To hold at heart the school’s tagline of “learning to make a difference” for oneself and for the students in one’s care
Be expected to be supportive of the Christian Anglican ethos of the School
A letter of application, accompanied by a comprehensive CV, three contactable references and proof of SACE registration, as well as a Police Clearance certificate, must be sent to Mrs Heather Vaughan (PA to the Head) at the following email address [email protected] by Monday, 8 November 2021.
Herschel is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that gives preference, where appropriate in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan, to candidates from the designated groups. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. Failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.
Please note no faxed applications will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Herschel Girls 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.
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