Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Physical Sciences Teacher for its Ficksburg operation. The role forms part of a wider teaching jobs portfolio across Free State.
About This Position
This Physical Sciences Teacher role sits within the teaching jobs function in Ficksburg. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Free State.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Ficksburg team.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the teaching jobs group in Ficksburg.
Your Workplace
Crucially, 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.
Practically speaking, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
Importantly, 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.
Based in Ficksburg
Working in Ficksburg means a place close to the Bloemfontein judicial hub, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Free State region, and the Ficksburg office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Ficksburg, Free State.
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 Ficksburg.
Key Outputs
- Implement school disciplinary procedures fairly and consistently
- Plan, prepare and deliver lessons aligned to the CAPS curriculum
- Support whole-school improvement plans and quality assurance processes
- Mentor student teachers and contribute to peer-learning initiatives
- Participate in subject moderation and departmental planning meetings
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on learner progress
- Supervise extra-mural activities, study sessions and excursions
- Manage classroom resources, learner materials and digital platforms
Candidate Profile
- 2+ years’ classroom experience (less for early-career roles)
- Child-protection clearance where required by law for work with learners
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills appropriate to the role
- Strong collaboration with phase, subject and pastoral teams
- Willingness to participate in extra-mural activities
Equally, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.