Foundation Phase Teacher

The organisation is recruiting a Foundation Phase Teacher for its East London operation. The role forms part of a wider teaching jobs portfolio across Eastern Cape.

The Role

This Foundation Phase Teacher role sits within the teaching jobs function in East London. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Eastern Cape.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the teaching jobs team in Eastern Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Practically speaking, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in East London also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the teaching jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in East London much easier.

Working in East London

In addition, the role is based in East London, within the Coega Industrial Development Zone. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across East London and the broader Eastern Cape region.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around East London.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in East London, Eastern Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of East London cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.

Your Workplace

Importantly, the environment is school-based, with structured timetables, a strong focus on learner well-being and a culture of professional collaboration across phases and subjects.

Equally, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the East London site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

In addition, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Eastern Cape.

Why This Role

Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in East London contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the teaching jobs space in Eastern Cape.

Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Importantly, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Diversity and Inclusion

Beyond that, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Eastern Cape, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Equally, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Eastern Cape.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in East London.

Career Growth

Equally, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the teaching jobs team in East London have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every East London team member.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in East London have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Eastern Cape.

Daily Duties

• Participate in subject moderation and departmental planning meetings
• Foster a safe, inclusive and disciplined classroom environment
• Maintain accurate mark sheets, attendance and learner profile records
• Integrate technology and active-learning strategies into lessons
• Maintain SACE registration and engage in continuous professional development
• Contribute to the school’s enrichment programmes and community outreach

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or PGCE in the relevant phase
• Ability to support learners with diverse learning needs
• Relevant subject specialisation aligned to the vacancy
• Strong collaboration with phase, subject and pastoral teams
• Current SACE registration or proof of application
• Strong classroom management and discipline strategies
• Experience integrating technology into lessons is an advantage

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.