DCES: ENGLISH HOME & FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES (Gr 1-7)

Reference Number: DOE-EH46/08/2026

Department: Education

Job Type: Permanent

Directorate: PRIMARY CURRICULUM MANAGEMENT

Chief Directorate: PRIMARY CURRICULUM MANAGEMENT

Salary Level: OSD

Remuneration: R 657 492.00 PA

Location: ZWELITSHA

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026

Requirements

A recognized RVQ 13/14 qualification, which includes professional teacher
education qualification with a major in the subject/ subject field applying
for. Registration with SACE as professional educator. 8 years’ experience in
the educational field. Relevant managerial experience in the subject will be
advantageous. Computer literacy (MS Office Suite and MS Outlook) and valid
driver’s license. Competencies: Sound knowledge and understanding of the NQF,
CAPS and the NCS in the relevant phase.

A thorough understanding of the principles and teaching methodology
underpinning Outcomes Based Education (OBE) and Outcomes Based Assessment.
Experience in the development of curriculum materials. Knowledge of national
and provincial curriculum development practices. Proven experience in project
management. Proven track record of subject knowledge and expertise in the FET
Phase. Good management and leadership skills. Excellent communication,
reporting, facilitation and presentation skills. Ability to adhere to strict
time frames.

Duties

Provide provincial management and leadership for the co-ordination,
development and implementation of curriculum activities and programmes in
English Home and First Additional Language in Primary Curriculum Management.
Co-ordinate the establishment and maintenance of functional Subject Committees
and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Manage and co-ordinate the
provision of appropriate learner assessment strategies in the subjects.
Co-ordinate the maintenance, development, support and administration of the
subject at provincial and district level. Design and implement differentiated
support and intervention strategies to learning outcomes in the subject.

Represent the province and facilitate participation in all departmental
curriculum projects in conjunction with outside agencies regarding English Home
and First Additional Languages. Provide leadership in the development and
utilization of extra LTSM. Initiate and coordinate co-curricular activities to
enhance teaching and learning. Establish controls to manage English project
budget, develop operational plans and write reports. Ensure effective planning,
monitoring, support and implementation of English subject advisors and teachers
training, on-site support visits, etc., for sound decision making, and
adherence to CAPS prescripts.

ENQUIRIES: Mr K Molaoa (Tel: 040 608 4020)

For e-Recruitment Enquiries, email: [email protected]a
  

More Information

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS USING THE FOLLOWING OPTION

1) only via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e-Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: [email protected]. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or eMail Address. Hand-delivered, eMailed, Faxed, Posted applications will not be accepted.

CLOSING DATE: 11 September 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered.

ADVERT NOTE: Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of Competency-based Assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programmeSuccessful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups. The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed.
Note: Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews. (you will add this only if applicable to you)