Stanford Lake College is a leading co-educational independent school in Magoebaskloof, Limpopo Province.
The school offers a balanced, all-round high-quality education based on Christian values.
It forms part of The Letaba Education Trust.
We invite applications from enthusiastic, innovative, and suitably qualified educators who support this mission to apply for the following full-time position.
HOD AFRIKAANS
1 January 2026
This is a full-time position and the successful candidate will report to the Deputy Head: Academics
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Overseeing the functioning of the Afrikaans Department
- Training, monitoring and managing teachers in the department
- Monitoring the academic progress of learners taking the subject
- Creating a dynamic classroom environment to teach and share your passion for Afrikaans
- Be aligned with and committed to the values and ethos of Stanford Lake College
- Possess a strong work ethic and high standards of professionalism
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents
- Have sound organisational and administrative abilities
- Be actively involved in the extra-curricular programme, including coaching sport and/or culture and/or outdoor expeditions
Requirements
The minimum requirements for the post are:
- A completed B.Ed or PGCE
- Current SACE registration
- Extensive experience teaching and marking Afrikaans in the FET phase, preferably at an IEB School
Application process
Applications for the post must be accompanied by a full CV (not longer than 3 pages) and the names of three contactable referees, marked for the attention of the Headmaster.
Applications will be received via email ONLY on or before 28 July 2025, at hr@slc.co.za
Candidates are invited to view the video showcasing what the school has to offer: Life at Stanford Lake College
or visit our website: http://www.slc.co.za
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 28JULY 2025
Stanford Lake College is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right not to fill these posts. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised posts will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Protection of Personal Information Act (Act 4 / 2013) (POPIA) Disclaimer: Stanford Lake College is committed to ensuring confidentiality of personal information. By applying for these positions and submitting your personal details and CV, you acknowledge acceptance of this disclaimer. By applying for this position, you expressly give Stanford Lake College consent to process your personal information for the sole purpose of recruitment and any required statutory reporting. All reasonable measures will be taken to protect the information of applicants in
accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act and the school’s Privacy Policy.
The person hereby consents that, and authorises Stanford Lake College or agent to, at all times:
- contact, request and obtain information from any previous employer or registered credit bureau relevant to seeking references and employment history and to assist in conducting an employee assessment in respect of myself;
- to furnish personal employment information concerning myself to any credit bureau, or to any prospective employer seeking references and employment history and to assist in conducting an employee assessment in respect of myself.