Somerset College is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school offering schooling from Grade 000 to Matric-IEB and Cambridge AS and A-levels. Founded in 1997, Somerset College is a welcoming, stimulating centre of learning situated in the beautiful Cape Winelands.

The Preparatory School seeks to employ an energetic, creative and experienced Grade 6 & 7 Specialist Science Teacher and Head of Department, who is passionate about developing young people.

GRADE 6 & 7 SPECIALIST HOD SCIENC

The successful candidate must:

have the suitable academic and professional qualifications;

• have knowledge and/or experience with the Cambridge Primary Programme;
• have knowledge of STEM/ESTEAM curricula;
• have the requisite experience of being a Head of Department;
• be a dynamic, driven person with a desire for educational excellence;
• have the ability to facilitate individuals to become self-reliant in their learning;
• have the proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team;
• responsible for the quality of planning, teaching and assessments in Science;
• have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• be able to implement the latest technological trends;
• be a strong administrator and possess excellent organisational skills;
• be able to initiate and sustain initiatives;
• uphold the Christian ethos and values of the school;
• have a warm and nurturing disposition;
• be responsible for resourcing and managing an interactive and dynamic Science classroom;
• be willing to be engaged in the extra-curricular programme;
• be registered with SACE.