Head of Physical Science (Grades 10 to 12) and Natural Sciences (Grades 8 to 9)

Ready to inspire the next generation? Curro is calling creative and dedicated teachers to join our team. With more than 25 years of experience, we're not just a schooling group; we're a community shaping the future.

What are we looking for?

• An appropriate academic and professional qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• 5 years' experience in Physical and Natural Science.
• 3 years’ experience as a subject head.
• IEB marking experience is an advantage.
• Language of instruction in Afrikaans and English (written and spoken)
• Current SACE registration.
• A clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are:

• Working together with the executive head and school leadership to ensure high standards of teaching and learning practice and processes.
• Performing teaching duties while being head of department.
• Actively assisting the executive head in ensuring good professional practice, standards, and quality of teaching and learning of subject/s in the school.
• Advising and contributing to curriculum development at school and system level.
• Coordinating the teaching and learning of the curriculum prescribed by the group.
• Ensuring timely and adequate provision of textbooks, materials, and equipment required for effective teaching.
• Ensuring that the maintenance and upkeep of equipment related to learning is regularly carried out.
• Preparing specifications and budgets for the requirements of the subject-specific teaching tools and equipment, including laboratory equipment.
• Mentoring other teachers in the subject/level of their specialty.
• Holding and leading regular departmental meetings and ensuring the keeping of minutes.
• Encouraging participation in group curriculum projects.
• Personal commitment to education and a willingness to contribute to the values and ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will start on 01 June 2025.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, and therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with. Curro reserves the right not to make an appointment.

NB: Please remember and take note before applying that this is a Permanent position.