Be registered in their 2nd or 3rd year of studying towards a teaching qualification in the Foundation Phase or studying towards a PGCE certification

Foundation Phase Teacher Learnership / Intern

Herschel is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that gives preference, where appropriate in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan, to candidates from the designated groups. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. Failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.

Herschel Girls Preparatory School seeks to appoint a

to commence duties from January 2025

The successful applicant will:

• be registered in their 2nd or 3rd year of studying towards a teaching qualification in the Foundation Phase or studying towards a PGCE certification
• be interested in gaining experience in the workplace while studying
• have an understanding and willingness to contribute towards creating an integrated classroom environment
• be prepared to fulfil a range of responsibilities depending on where she/he is needed to assist in the operational running of the school
• be proficient in the English language
• be a person of integrity, vision and energy with strong interpersonal skills
• have a highly collaborative approach, with unequivocal commitment to working as part of a team
• have a willingness to commit to Herschel’s all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
• be open to ongoing personal and professional development to support change and innovative teaching and learning
• hold at heart the school’s tagline of “learning to make a difference” for oneself and for the pupils in one’s care
• be fully supportive of the School’s Transformation, Equity and Belonging Policy which can be viewed on the School’s website
• be supportive of the Christian Anglican ethos of the School

A letter of application (sent as an attachment), accompanied by a comprehensive CV, three contactable references, proof of SACE registration or provisional SACE certificate, as well as a Police Clearance certificate, must be sent to prepvacancies@herschel.org.za by 8 November 2024.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants are advised that if they have not been contacted it must be assumed that the application has been unsuccessful.

Herschel Girls School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.”