HEAD OF MATHEMATICS AND MATHEMATICS TEACHER (CAMBRIDGE, IGCSE, AS & A LEVEL)

International School of Cape Town

The International School of Cape Town (ISCT) is one of the oldest Cambridge schools in South Africa and has offered the Cambridge International curriculum from Nursery to A Level since 1998. The school prides itself on consistently achieving excellent academic results within a warm and supportive environment, supported by contemporary teaching practices and technological innovation.

Although approximately 80% of our students are South African, our student body represents more than 35 countries. This rich diversity of cultures and nationalities helps equip our students to become successful, adaptable global citizens.

Head of Mathematics and Mathematics Teacher

Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Level | Full-Time

Commencing January 2027

The International School of Cape Town is seeking an experienced and dynamic Mathematics educator to lead the High School Mathematics Department while teaching Mathematics up to Cambridge International A Level.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of five years’ recent experience teaching Cambridge International Mathematics, including at IGCSE, AS & A Level, and demonstrate the ability and potential to provide effective academic and departmental leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic and operational leadership to the High School Mathematics Department.
• Teach Cambridge International Mathematics across IGCSE, AS and A Level.
• Lead curriculum planning, development and delivery in alignment with Cambridge International standards.
• Ensure consistently high standards of teaching, assessment, moderation, reporting and examination preparation.
• Monitor curriculum coverage and analyse student-performance data to implement appropriate support, extension and improvement strategies.
• Support and mentor Mathematics teachers, promoting collaboration, accountability and professional development.
• Promote critical thinking, mathematical reasoning and problem-solving across the curriculum.
• Manage departmental resources, budgets, deadlines and administrative requirements.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues and school leadership.
• Contribute to the school’s broader academic priorities, extra-curricular programme and wider activities.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a major and a recognised teaching qualification, or a Bachelor of Education degree with an appropriate Mathematics specialisation.
• Current full SACE registration and good professional standing.
• A minimum of five years’ recent experience teaching Cambridge International Mathematics, including proven experience at IGCSE, AS and A Level.
• A demonstrated record of successfully preparing students for Cambridge external examinations.
• Sound knowledge of Cambridge curriculum, assessment, syllabus-planning, moderation and examination requirements.
• The ability to lead and develop a team, analyse academic-performance data and implement improvement strategies.
• Strong organisational, communication, interpersonal and technology skills.
• A willingness to contribute to the School’s extra-curricular programme and wider activities.

Applicants without the required five years’ Cambridge International Mathematics teaching experience, including experience at AS & A Level, will not be considered.  

Advantageous

• Previous experience as a Head of Mathematics, Head of Department, Head of Subject or in a similar academic leadership role.
• Experience leading curriculum development, mentoring teachers or facilitating departmental professional development.
• Experience managing departmental resources and budgets.
• Experience as a Cambridge examiner or participation in Cambridge subject-specific professional development.
• Experience teaching Additional Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
• Experience working in an international or high-performing academic school environment.

Personal Attributes

• A strong academic vision and genuine passion for Mathematics and student success.
• The confidence and ability to lead, motivate, support and hold a team accountable.
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style that promotes professional growth.
• Sound judgement and a strategic, analytical and solution-focused approach.
• An engaging, innovative and student-centred approach to teaching.
• The ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and build positive professional relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Flexibility, initiative and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• A commitment to safeguarding children and upholding the values and ethos of ISCT.

Employment Equity

In line with ISCT’s Employment Equity Plan, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from under-represented designated groups. However, all suitably qualified applications will be considered.

If you are an accomplished Cambridge Mathematics educator with the vision and leadership ability to inspire students, support colleagues and lead the continued development of a high-performing Mathematics department, we encourage you to apply.

Please complete the Google application form available here: Link (click HERE!)

Closing date: Thursday, 27 August 2026

Child Protection and Safe Recruitment Practice

The International School of Cape Town is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and rights of children and young people and expects the same commitment from all its employees.

Any appointment will be subject to the School’s safe-recruitment and pre-employment verification requirements.