Highbury Preparatory School is looking for Senior Primary – Head of Subject: Afrikaans – closing date is 21 of November 2025

SENIOR PRIMARY – HEAD OF SUBJECT: AFRIKAANS

COMMENCEMENT DATE: APRIL 2026 (or earlier by mutual agreement)

Highbury is a boys’ Christian preparatory school which offers all-round, relevant and dynamic education within a caring environment, equipping its pupils with values, skills and knowledge to deal with the demands of a changing and challenging world.

An opportunity exists for an exceptional Afrikaans Teacher to join Highbury Preparatory School, teaching Afrikaans as a First Additional Language in the Senior Primary and playing a strategic role in its teaching across the phase. The ideal candidate will speak fluent Afrikaans and have a proven track record of inspiring high academic standards and working

Requirements and Professional Attributes:

• Professional qualification and SACE registration.
• At least 5 years’ experience in teaching Afrikaans as a First Additional Language.
• Senior Primary experience would be preferable, with experience in an ISASA school and/or IEB curriculum advantageous.
• First Language Afrikaans speaker.
• Sound knowledge of best practice in education and in teaching Afrikaans in particular.
• Identify with the school’s values and ethos.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal and written.
• Passion for innovation in teaching methodologies and a commitment to continued professional growth.
• Willingness to participate in the extra-mural life of the school and work outside of school hours when necessary.

Key Performance Areas:

• Plan, implement and oversee an Afrikaans curriculum (Grade 4 to 7) that is dynamic, scaffolded, and promotes excellence in the language
• Show initiative in staying up-to-date with the trends in the education and emotional development of young boys.
• Use creative and innovative methods to motivate boys, encourage engagement, and create a purposeful learning environment.
• Exhibit effective administrative ability, including time management, planning and communication.

To apply for this position, please complete the form at this link: Application Form

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 21 NOVEMBER

Candidates may assume that their application has been unsuccessful if they have not been contacted by 30 November 2025. Highbury Preparatory School is an equal opportunity employer and preferential consideration will be given to Employment Equity candidates.

Highbury 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. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.