Our Vision
To be the leading Christian school providing a holistic, values-based education that helps girls build character and equips them to thrive in life.
The following position is available at St Mary’s DSG, Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal, a progressive and forward-thinking private girls’ school.
HIGH SCHOOL
Head of English
Date of Commencement – 1 April 2024
The ideal candidate should demonstrate an awareness of the centrality of language and of literature as tools for pupils to negotiate, understand and enrich their world. A wide-ranging reading history will be especially valued.
Requirements for the above post include experience in teaching the IEB Curriculum, IT integrated teaching, excellent administrative skills and the ability to teach from Grade 8 to Grade 12. Experience with the teaching of Further Studies English will be an advantage but is
not essential.
The candidate must have a proven track record comprising innovation and the ability to promote a creative, stimulating environment. The successful candidate will have strong emotional intelligence and be a visionary leader able to guide a team of dedicated and committed staff within the English Department.
A university degree, teaching qualifications, SACE registration and a minimum of at least seven years’ teaching experience are prerequisites for this teaching position.
Social transformation, social justice and diversity are pivotal components and teaching and learning at St Mary’s DSG.
Please download and complete the application form here and email to admin@stmarysdsg.co.za. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date where your CV and relevant supporting documents will be requested. Should you not be contacted after the said date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The closing date for applications: 30 November 2023 at 12pm
St Mary’s is an equal opportunity employer. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the post will result in the applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. The successful candidate will be required to provide a police clearance certificate and be cleared on the Sexual Offenders Register. By submitting your CV and providing St Mary’s DSG, Kloof (“the School”) with your Personal Information, you consent to the School processing your Personal Information, which the School undertakes to process strictly in accordance with the Section 18 Informed Consent Document.