English HL & Social Sciences Educator (Temp) -SP- SPARK Midrand High – 2026
SPARK Schools is advertising for a Senior Phase English Home Language Educator at SPARK Midrand High School, Gauteng. This vacancy is a fixed-term contract (FTC) for 1 year.
Quick Info
Location: SPARK Midrand High School, Midrand, Gauteng
Position Type: FIXED TERM (1 year)
Reporting Line: Assistant Principal or Principal
Closing Date: (not specified in provided data)
About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor providing affordable private education with Africa’s first blended learning model. This approach blends classroom teaching with online instruction to deliver personalised learning and improve student achievement. The network is growing fast, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools, serving over 18,000 families.
We value collaboration, innovation and excellence, with a culture that is vibrant, fast‑paced and tech-enabled. Our mission is to make university access and meaningful careers possible for all, through high-quality teaching and a strong focus on character and opportunity. Learn more about SPARK Schools on our About SPARK page and watch our Vision Video.
Purpose of Role
The Senior Phase English Home Language Educator helps drive student achievement by maintaining high expectations for classroom culture, behaviour, and academic growth. As a content specialist in English language and literacy, you will contribute to an integrated, inquiry-based curriculum and support scholars in matriculation readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Teaching
- Plan for, teach and co-teach face-to-face and distance lessons, including clubs.
- Collaborate with grade level and content partners to design rigorous learning experiences.
- Deliver high-quality, individualised behaviour and learning plans.
Assessment & Data
- Develop formative and termly assessments; track progress and use data to support growth.
- Submit and analyse scholar data to identify interventions where needed.
Student Wellbeing & Engagement
- Lead social and emotional development sessions (Character Quotient) and reflections.
- Plan and monitor programmes to support low performers and extend high performers.
- Participate in place-based education and career/tertiary pathways activities.
School Culture & Communication
- Develop SPARK culture and implement behaviour management strategies.
- Communicate professionally with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to a high‑achieving work environment where scholars feel valued.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Completed B.Ed or PGCE degree in English Home Language
Experience
- Senior or FET Phase (High School) teaching experience
Competencies
- English language fluency
- SAQA / SACE registration
- Clear/criminal record
- SPARK Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility and Kindness
- Strong organisational and communication skills
Remuneration & Benefits
- Market-related remuneration
- Performance-based annual bonuses and increases
- Above-average annual leave
- Life, disability and funeral cover
- Employee wellness support
- Educational support and study leave
- Individualised professional development, mentorship and career growth
- Employee discount on school fees
Application Process
To apply, please visit our Official Careers Portal and submit your application online.
Legal & Equity
SPARK Schools is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from designated groups in line with our Employment Equity goals. SPARK Schools may expire this job posting at any time. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
