School Librarian

An opportunity has arisen for a School Librarian in Kathu. Suitably qualified candidates from across Northern Cape are invited to apply.

Overview

The School Librarian vacancy forms part of how the Kathu branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the teaching jobs side of the business moving forward.

Practically speaking, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the School Librarian taking on this position.

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

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the School Librarian to step into the teaching jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Equal Opportunity

Beyond that, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.

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

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Northern Cape.

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.

Career Growth

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

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

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

Crucially, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Kathu have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

What We Offer

On top of that, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in teaching jobs from your base in Kathu. Many colleagues across Northern Cape have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Kathu teams.

Crucially, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Kathu keep progressing.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Northern Cape.

About Kathu

Importantly, the role is based in Kathu, in the Kathu iron ore belt. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Kathu and the broader Northern Cape region.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Kathu, Northern Cape.

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

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 Kathu.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Integrate technology and active-learning strategies into lessons
• Contribute to the school’s enrichment programmes and community outreach
• Implement school disciplinary procedures fairly and consistently
• Participate in subject moderation and departmental planning meetings
• Mentor student teachers and contribute to peer-learning initiatives
• Assess learner progress through formative and summative assessments
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on learner progress

Who We’re Looking For

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Working knowledge of the CAPS curriculum and assessment policies
• Clear criminal record and child-protection clearance
• Experience integrating technology into lessons is an advantage

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.