ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE, GRADE 8 – 12
Job role insights
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Date posted
September 14, 2026
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Hiring location
Stellenbosch Western Cape
Description
ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE, GRADE 8 - 12
Full-time School Governing Body Appointment
Starting Date: 1 January 2027
Rhenish Girls’ High School seeks to appoint an English Home Language teacher for Grade 8 - 12 in a full-time, School Governing Body position (Post Level 1).
Start Date: 1 January 2027.
Rhenish Girls’ High School is the oldest school for girls in South Africa, and a top-performing public school. It aims to provide its learners with a holistic education of the highest quality and is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to effective teaching and learning.
All learners, regardless of their intellectual abilities, social backgrounds and academic aspirations, are encouraged to develop their full potential, strive for excellence in all they do, and become respectful, responsible, caring and productive citizens.
Skills and Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and PGCE with a major in English.
- Prior CAPS teaching experience (up to grade 12 strongly preferred).
- Proven track record of delivering excellent results.
- Passion for teaching English and a commitment to learner success.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and engage effectively with learners and colleagues.
- Excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to perform in a high-pressure environment.
- Ability to integrate technology innovatively and skilfully into the classroom, using blended learning to enhance the learning experience.
- Willingness to be fully involved in the school's extramural and extracurricular offerings.
- NSC marking experience is an added advantage.
- Valid SACE registration.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach English to learners in Grades 8–12.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons.
- Assess, monitor, and report on learner progress in accordance with school and curriculum requirements.
- Maintain accurate assessment records and learner portfolios.
- Contribute to the continued growth and development of the school's English programme.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the broader school community.
- Fulfil the general duties and responsibilities expected of all educators at the school, including pastoral care and co-curricular involvement.
Application process:
Apply via our online portal: http://rhenish.link/jobapplication
Closing date for Applications: 30 September 2026
The school reserves the right not to make the appointment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us by 16 October 2026, please accept that your application has not been successful.