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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 Senior School seeks to appoint a

Grades 8 – 12

to commence duties in January 2022

Herschel Girls School is adopting the IEB NSC qualification effective 1 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, committed to creating a happy, safe and vibrant educational environment, responsive to change.

The successful applicant will be a qualified teacher with an up-to-date knowledge of this highly responsive and relevant subject. We are looking for a person who is willing to use this space to engage with the students across topics and issues that contribute to a nuanced social awareness and that enrich the concept of social responsibility and citizenship.

The following competencies are essential in the candidate we seek:

• An appropriate teaching qualification, including SACE registration. (A four-year degree/diploma with relevant qualifications). This must include at minimum, a Psychology major.
• Preference will be given where there is proven experience of teaching Life Orientation at Grade 12 level (within the IEB)
• Evidence/demonstration of a talent and passion for teaching Life Orientation, through excellent relational skills which allow for the development of a safe, inclusive, exciting teaching environment and a genuine duty of care towards students
• A flexible, innovative and progressive approach to teaching Life Orientation through aligning the subject with the school’s transformation objectives, being responsive to equity and belonging and in this way being fully committed to the school’s strategic change objectives
• Be comfortable not relying on a textbook, but instead be creative, highly responsive and enjoy sourcing materials that address the myriad topics and issues that arise in our society, community and school and that inform growth and awareness with respect to good citizenship
• Be able to inspire and motivate students
• Be willing to work within a blended learning environment, able to integrate new teaching technologies and be open to new teaching methodologies
• A team player who demonstrates a capacity for leadership
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• To hold at heart the school’s tagline of “learning to make a difference”
• 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 at email address hvaughan@herschel.org.za by Monday, 8 November 2021.

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.