Government EntityWestern Cape - Department of Education
    LocationWestern Cape
    Reference Number795
    Centre / LocationGORDON SEKONDÊR, METRO EAST
    Closing DateJuly 3, 2026
    Source and Applicatione-recruitment.westerncape.gov.za

    DEPARTMENTAL HEAD

    School: GORDON SEKONDÊR

    Advert No: 795

    Phase & Grade: Grades 7/8-9 - Senior PhaseGrades 10-12 - FET Phase

    Subjects: - Social Sciences

    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

    - Relevant experience- Utilising technology / ICT in the classroom- Experience in a promotion post (acting or permanent)- Applicants must be suitably qualified and prepared to teach the stated subjects from Grade 8 - 12 - Involvement in sport and cultural activities

    Other

    Either History or Geography specialists are invited to apply. Gordon High School wants to appoint leaders determined to improve the life chances of all learners.

    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