Vacancy: Natural Sciences Educator (Grades 7–9)
St Francis College, Benoni
Position: Full-time Natural Sciences Educator (Grades 7–9)
Commencement Date: 21 July 2026 (Term 3)
Closing Date for Applications: 18 May 2026
St Francis College, an independent co-educational school situated in Benoni, Gauteng, invites applications for the position of Natural Sciences Educator (Grades 7–9). As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to diversity and transformation in line with Employment Equity principles.
Principal Duties:
- Delivery of Natural Sciences instruction to Senior Phase learners (Grades 7–9) in accordance with the CAPS curriculum, encompassing Life and Living, Matter and Materials, Energy and Change, and Planet Earth and Beyond.
- Preparation and execution of CAPS-compliant schemes of work, with due regard to School-Based Assessment (SBA) requirements and formal assessment tasks.
- Continuous evaluation of learner performance, provision of targeted feedback and meticulous record-keeping in accordance with school protocols.
- Support of the department head with resource development, moderation and curriculum implementation.
- Active involvement in remedial support, enrichment activities, science clubs, assemblies, staff briefings and the extramural programme.
- Adherence to all school policies pertaining to learner discipline, pastoral care and child protection.
Minimum Requirements:
- Appropriate teaching qualification (BEd or bachelor’s degree with PGCE), with Natural Sciences as a major or substantial component.
- Valid SACE registration — proof of registration must accompany all applications; unregistered applications will not be considered.
- Minimum 2–3 years’ classroom experience in a CAPS environment, preferably in the Senior Phase (Grades 7–9).
- Proficiency in digital tools such as SA-SAMS, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace for planning, assessment and communication.
- Alignment with the school’s Christian ethos and stringent safeguarding measures.
The ability to teach Mathematics and/or Physical Sciences (FET Phase) as a second subject would be a distinct advantage.
Application Procedure:
Applications, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications and SACE registration certificate, together with a motivation letter, should be emailed to: info@stfranciscol.co.za (SUBJECT: NATURAL SCIENCES EDUCATOR APPLICATION – JULY 2026).
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
St Francis College reserves the right not to make an appointment. All appointments are subject to verification of credentials and a police clearance certificate.
St Francis College is an equal opportunity employer.
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