Closing Date: 24 October 2025
Location: Hillcrest, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Company: St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls (DSG)
St Mary’s DSG strives to create a pathway empowering confident young women of integrity and character to explore their potential and contribute positively to our nation and the world. The school invites suitably experienced candidates to apply for the position of Junior School Music and Drama Teacher.
Requirements and Qualities of the Successful Candidate
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Responsible for Music and Drama lessons from Grade 00 to Grade 7.
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A recognised academic degree, professional teaching qualification, and SACE registration.
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Minimum 3 years of teaching experience.
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Ability to teach additional subjects within the Intersen Phase would be advantageous.
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Experience coordinating Eisteddfods, Public Speaking, and Debating is preferred.
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Ability to conduct or train choirs and ensembles is an advantage.
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Willingness to research and apply best practices in differentiation, inclusion, and girls’ education.
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Proven ability to maintain and develop high standards of student achievement in Music and Drama.
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Competence with iPads and MS Teams in the teaching and learning process is beneficial.
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Proficiency in playing one or more musical instruments and teaching music theory.
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Experience in directing and coordinating school productions.
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Innovative and creative in the classroom.
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Strong organisational and administrative skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and contribute meaningfully to a dynamic team.
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Willingness to participate in extracurricular and pastoral care programmes.
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Experience working in a multi-cultural context.
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Willingness to support and uphold the Anglican ethos of the school.
Application Process
Clearly mark the position you are applying for and send your CV to:
📧 recruitment@stmarys.pta.school.za
🌐 www.stmarys.pta.school.za
Important Notes
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No applications will be considered after the closing date.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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St Mary’s DSG reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.
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Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview.
Equal Opportunity & Privacy
St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity.
In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), all reasonable measures will be taken to ensure the confidentiality of applicants’ information. Personal data will be used solely in the recruitment and selection process.