JUNIOR PREPARATORY CLASS TEACHER: GRADE 3

Dainfern College Preparatory seeks to make the following permanent appointment w.e.f. 1 May 2027:

JUNIOR PREPARATORY CLASS TEACHER: GRADE 3

Dainfern College is an independent, English-medium, co-educational school catering for Grades 0-12 and is situated on Broadacres Drive, Dainfern, north of Fourways. Our ethos is Christian and is based on the core concept of respect. We seek to develop skills for life required to unlock unique personal potential and to nurture creative thinkers with the confidence to become leaders through the provision of an innovative, relevant and quality education. We celebrate diversity and are affiliated with the international network of Round Square schools. School details can be found at http://www.dainferncollege.co.za.

If you are an experienced Grade 3 teacher with a special love for young minds and you recognise the importance of the emotional, social, intellectual and cognitive development of the children in your care, this could be your opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of teachers at Dainfern College.

The successful candidate will need to:

• Display an understanding of current developments in the teaching of Grade 3.
• Be innovative, creative, professional and experienced in teaching in the Foundation Phase.
• Have a suitable degree, professional teaching qualification and SACE registration.
• Be familiar with CAPS and the IEB curriculum.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have an understanding of and experience in using the Google platform in the classroom and online.
• Be able to assist with our extramural programme.

Experience in teaching Time2Read and NumberSense would be advantageous.

A competitive remuneration package, superior facilities and a wonderful working environment will be enjoyed by the successful candidate.

Interested candidates are invited to email a letter of motivation and a detailed CV with two recent contactable references for the attention of Mrs Nicky Jansen van Vuuren to hr@dainferncollege.co.za. Please use ‘Grade 3 Class Teacher’ as the subject line.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 16 October 2026

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. If you have not heard from the College by 13 November 2026, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Dainfern College reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date of this vacancy should a suitable candidate be found. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications timeously. Dainfern College also 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 advertised post will result in applicants being automatically disqualified from consideration.

Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Disclaimer: Dainfern College is committed to ensuring the confidentiality of personal information and all reasonable measures will be taken to protect the personal information of applicants. Your information will be used for the sole purpose of recruitment for this listed post only as well as for statutory purposes as applicable. By applying for this position and submitting your personal details and curriculum vitae to Dainfern College, you acknowledge this disclaimer.

Dainfern College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to employment equity.

Appointments are made in line with the College’s Transformation strategies.