Careers at St Benedict’s

The average length of staff tenure at St Benedict’s tells you how much people enjoy working at our school. We are exceptionally proud of the calibre of our teachers and the inclusive and supportive environment we create for our staff.

Career opportunities at St Benedict’s are posted here as they arise. If you would like to join our exceptional team of educators, please check this page regularly.

IsiZulu Head of Department (Prep School)


Application deadline: 11 August 2026

About St Benedict’s:
St Benedict’s is an Independent Catholic School, which seeks to provide a holistic education for boys through full participation in spiritual, academic, sporting, creative and cultural activities. The Board of Governors invites applications for the following post in the Preparatory School.

Requirements:

  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
  • Have at least 5 years’ experience teaching IsiZulu as a FAL up to Grade 7 level
  • To carry out duties and responsibilities of a Register Class Teacher
  • Responsible for developing and delivering an exciting curriculum
  • Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing the language
  • Have a passion for improving teaching and learning of the language
  • Be a dynamic, driven person with a desire for educational excellence
  • Ability to inspire and encourage staff and boys to seek and maintain high standards of performance
  • Innovative and willing to develop and deliver technology-enhanced lessons
  • Be prepared to participate in the co-curricular programme
  • The candidate must be eager and willing to embrace staff development
  • Must be Professionally SACE Registered
  • Be willing to participate in the Catholic Ethos of the School

How to apply:
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to complete and submit the Application Form by no later than 11 August 2026.