Government EntityWestern Cape - Department of Education
    LocationBellville, Western Cape
    Reference Number893
    Centre / LocationTHE SETTLERS HIGH SCHOOL, METRO NORTH
    Closing DateJuly 3, 2026
    Source and Applicatione-recruitment.westerncape.gov.za

    DEPARTMENTAL HEAD

    School: THE SETTLERS HIGH SCHOOL

    Advert No: 893

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

    Subjects: - Any subject offered at the School up to Grade 12

    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) - Involvement in sport and cultural activities

    Other

    Transformation, innovative leader. Grade 12 teaching experience. Grade Head. Experience in leadership. Good conflict resolution, accountable, respects diversity. High IQ, EQ, SQ and AQ.

    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