Special Needs Educator

A Special Needs Educator is needed in Margate. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the KwaZulu-Natal operation.

About the Opportunity

The organisation is investing in its Margate operation, and this Special Needs Educator position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the teaching jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.

Practically speaking, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Margate operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

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

Career Growth

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

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Margate have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.

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

Meet the Team

In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Margate office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.

Notably, the team mix in Margate reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Daily Duties

• Maintain accurate mark sheets, attendance and learner profile records
• Foster a safe, inclusive and disciplined classroom environment
• Contribute to the school’s enrichment programmes and community outreach
• Participate in subject moderation and departmental planning meetings
• Manage classroom resources, learner materials and digital platforms
• Support whole-school improvement plans and quality assurance processes

What You’ll Need

• Willingness to participate in extra-mural activities
• Ability to support learners with diverse learning needs
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• 2+ years’ classroom experience (less for early-career roles)
• Empathy, patience and a genuine love of teaching
• Commitment to safeguarding and learner well-being

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.