Job Description

Job Advert Summary

We are a diverse, progressive, high-functioning public school which seeks to employ professionals who are hard-working, resilient, passionate, and ready to immerse themselves in the holistic development of young people.



The following permanent full-time post is available from 01 July 2026.

Head of Visual Arts Teacher (FET and Senior Phase)

The successful candidate will become part of a cohesive and happy staff team with a clear vision for the power of education in the lives of individuals, and in their families and communities.



Pinelands High has a long established and strong Art culture which is well supported by the school. There are many highly skilled students taking the subject from a diverse range of backgrounds. This makes for a stimulating and productive creative environment. The art classroom is located next to an outside shaded quad which extends the space and helps with serenity, creativity and focus.



Closing date: 23 February 2026



Should applicants not have heard from the school by 25 February 2026, they may assume that their application has been unsuccessful.

Minimum Requirements

Have an appropriate degree and qualification to teach Visual Arts; Be registered with SACE (South African Council of Educators); At least one year of Experience in teaching Visual Arts; Be computer literate and capable of effectively using the Microsoft and Google suits to enhance teaching and learning; Excellent communication and classroom management skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach Visual Arts to a range of classes as specified in the school timetable.



The employee is required to work during the hours normally associated with the functioning of a school generally between the hours of 07h30 to 17h00, Monday to Friday, and for such additional periods as may be necessary to fulfill the administrative and extra-curricular duties attached to the position.



Owing to the nature of the school's operational requirements and to the exigencies of the business of the employer, flexible hours of work (including overtime work) may be required from time to time, and even at late notice, at the discretion of the Principal or other duly authorised person.



The employee may further be required by the school to be present at school during part of the school holidays in order to provide either intra or extra-mural services, or for training purposes. The employee will not, and cannot, be unreasonably notified of such requirement.