Head of English and Senior Primary English Teacher

Start Date: January 2026
Clifton Nottingham Road invites applications for the position of Head of English and Senior Primary English Teacher.

Clifton Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational school offering classes from Grade 000 to Grade 7, with the option of weekly and termly boarding. Founded in 1942, the school is set on a picturesque 64- hectare estate in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and experienced English teacher to lead our Senior Primary English department while also teaching English in the Senior Primary phase. The ideal candidate will combine subject expertise with strong leadership, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for fostering a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Department Leadership: Guide the vision and direction of the Senior Primary English department, ensuring curriculum coherence, academic rigour, and creativity.
• Classroom Teaching: Deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons that promote language mastery and a love of literature.
• Mentoring and Support: Provide guidance and professional development opportunities to colleagues within the English department.
• Curriculum Development: Drive the planning and implementation of a relevant, forward-thinking English curriculum aligned with best practice and school values.
• Communication and Community: Build strong relationships with children, parents, and staff, and contribute meaningfully to the broader life of the school.

Requirements:

• A relevant degree and current SACE registration.
• At least five years of teaching experience in English, with demonstrated success in a leadership or curriculum development role.
• Proven ability to inspire, support and lead a team of teachers.
• Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills.
• A deep love for the English language and literature, and a commitment to nurturing this in children.
• Willingness to be involved in the school's co-curricular programme and broader community life.

If you meet the above criteria and are excited about joining a school that values childhood, academic excellence, and whole-child development, please email a full CV and a letter of motivation (detailing your reasons for applying to Clifton Nottingham Road and for pursuing teaching as a profession) to:

Closing Date: Monday, 4 August 2025

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not heard from us by 15 August 2025.

Candidates are appointed at Clifton's sole discretion. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Clifton will acknowledge the receipt of all CVs received. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Clifton Preparatory School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. You recognise and accept this disclaimer by submitting your application for this position.

Closing Date

04/08/2025