Lecturer: Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Development

Job Title - Lecturer: Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Development - Department of Childhood Education (Job ID: 6153) - Organizational Unit - University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education - Contract Type - Permanent - Occupational Level - Junior Management - Location - Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) - Closing Date - 8/6/2025 - Description **INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED** - A detailed Curriculum Vitae. - Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation). - A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals). - Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only). **Duties and responsibilities**: - Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules mainly in the Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Development. - Participate in the Work Integrated Learning programme of the faculty (Teaching Practice). - Engage in research activities of the faculty and produce research outputs in accredited journals and other outlets. - Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Childhood Education specifically. - Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students. - Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty. - Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty. **Inherent requirements**: - A relevant Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education with a focus on Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Development (for a permanent appointment). **or** - A relevant master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Education with a focus on Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Development. (contract appointment: five years during which a relevant doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education with a focus on Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Development MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent appointment). - A formal teaching qualification with Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Development as a major (e.g. Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) (attach a copy). - A minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience in a school environment or at least two (2) years in a higher education or research and development environment. - Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at academic conferences or equivalent. - Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, ideally in an accredited journal. **Recommendations**: - A proven research record of relevant publications in national or international Q1-Q4 accredited journals, - Experience in postgraduate supervision - Competencies **Required competencies**: - **Results Orientated**: - The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. - The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations. **- Strategic Thinking**: - The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. - The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues. **- Business Acumen**: - The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. - Proficient in using MS Office. - **Leading**: - The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. - The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together. **- Building Coalitions**: - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. - The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. **Assumption of duties**: 1 September 2025 **Closing date**: 8 June 2025 **Salary**: The salary is available on request. **Fringe benefits**: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. **Enquiries**: **General**: