JOB OPPORTUNITY ALERT – HEAD OF SUBJECT: LIFE ORIENTATION!
Are you a qualified Life Orientation teacher with Matric teaching experience? Curro Hillcrest is looking for a Head of Subject: Life Orientation to join its High School team in Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, starting in January 2027.
Company: Curro
Location: Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal
Position: Head of Subject: Life Orientation
Employment: Full-time
Vacancy Reference: 30122
Start Date: January 2027
Closing Date: 9 October 2026
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Life Orientation and supporting the academic development of learners in the FET phase.
Duties include:
• Delivering engaging Life Orientation lessons at Matric level
• Planning, preparing and assessing lessons
• Setting and marking assessments
• Creating a positive and supportive learning environment
• Developing quality learning resources
• Providing extra lessons when required
• Participating in the High School’s extramural programme
• Attending school events and special occasions
• Responding to emails and telephone messages within 24 hours
• Supporting learners’ knowledge, skills and personal development
Requirements
Applicants should have: SACE registration – essential
Appropriate qualification as a Life Orientation teacher
Matric Life Orientation teaching experience – essential
Strong understanding of assessment standards
Good organisational and administrative skills
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities
Professional and punctual approach
Creative, energetic and innovative teaching style
Commitment to continuous professional development
Advantageous Experience
The following will be advantageous:
• Minimum 3 years’ IEB teaching experience
• IEB Matric marking experience
• Ability to teach Creative Arts
The successful candidate should be passionate about education, able to work collaboratively with colleagues and committed to creating an engaging learning environment for learners.
Application Requirements
Applicants will need to submit a comprehensive CV, copies of qualifications and SACE registration where applicable as part of the online application.
Important: Curro is an equal-opportunity employer and preference will be given to EE candidates. Applicants should only apply for positions for which they meet the minimum requirements.
Closing Date: 9 October 2026
If you are a qualified Life Orientation teacher with Matric teaching experience, check the full requirements and APPLY!
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