Government EntityWestern Cape - Department of Education
    LocationCape Town, Western Cape
    Reference Number722
    Centre / LocationSENTINEL PRIMARY SCHOOL, METRO CENTRAL
    Closing DateJuly 3, 2026
    Source and Applicatione-recruitment.westerncape.gov.za

    DEPARTMENTAL HEAD

    School: SENTINEL PRIMARY SCHOOL

    Advert No: 722

    Phase & Grade: Grades 1-3 - Foundation Phase

    Subjects: - English OR Afrikaans OR IsiXhosa (as LOLT – guided by the LOLT as indicated by the School – see key codes)

    Job Overview

    To engage in class teaching, be responsible for the effective functioning of the department and to organise relevant/related extra-curricular activities so as to ensure that the subject, learning area or phase and the education of the learners is promoted in a proper manner.

    Formal Qualifications and Inherent Requirements

    Qualifications Required

    A post graduate qualification in education management and leadership (Recommended)

    A recognized three year (REQV 13) qualification which includes professional teacher education. (Essential)

    A four year (REQV 14) qualification which includes professional teacher education. (Recommended)

    Registration as a Professional Teacher with the South African Council for Educators (SACE)/proof of registration (Essential)

    Work Experience Required

    3 Years teaching experience (Essential)

    Recommendations

    - Knowledge of SIAS Policy (Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support Policy) and White Paper 6.- Experience and/or knowledge of behavioural modification strategies.- Experience and/or knowledge in developing individual development plans for learners- Involvement in sport and cultural activities

    Other

    Jolly Phonics trained, as well as, Science of Reading knowledge and implementation. Curriculum and Academic support offered to learners at an underperforming school community. Fundraising.

    Requirements

    Qualifications Required A post graduate qualification in education management and leadership (Recommended) A recognized three year (REQV 13) qualification which includes professional teacher education. (Essential) A four year (REQV 14) qualification which includes professional teacher education. (Recommended) Registration as a Professional Teacher with the South African Council for Educators (SACE)/proof of registration (Essential) Work Experience Required 3 Years teaching experience (Essential)

    Duties

    To engage in class teaching, be responsible for the effective functioning of the department and to organise relevant/related extra-curricular activities so as to ensure that the subject, learning area or phase and the education of the learners is promoted in a proper manner.

    Source / Circular Reference

    e-recruitment.westerncape.gov.za