English and History Teacher

Location:Johannesburg, ZA

Date: 11 Nov 2025

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL

Reddford House Blue Hills is a premium private school situated in Blue Hills, Kyalami, Midrand.

Reddford House Blue Hills offers a balanced, holistic, innovative, vibrant 21st century learning experience, through our IEB curriculum. Offered a wide selection of academic, performing and creative arts and sports - our students are encouraged to discover their unique gifts, talents and abilities - becoming well rounded, lifelong learners.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced College English and History Teacher to join Reddford House Blue Hills. The role requires adopting a holistic approach to student development, promoting academic progress, wellbeing and positive engagement in learning. The successful candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare and deliver interesting and engaging lessons.
• Establish a nurturing classroom environment that promotes active and meaningful learning.
• Demonstrate professionalism in punctuality, behaviour, and expectations for student work and homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Participate in personal and school-wide professional development.
• Produce high-quality learning resources.
• Respond to parent emails and messages within 24 hours.
• Demonstrate loyalty to all facets of Reddford House.
• Attend school events and special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark examinations and other forms of student assessment.
• Write report comments reflecting student progress.
• Undertake other reasonable tasks as directed by the School Head or line manager.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Proven experience teaching English and History.
• At least 3 years' experience teaching within the relevant school phase.
• Experience with IEB programmes.
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to plan high-quality lessons.
• Ability to assess student progress and provide effective feedback.
• SACE certification and a completed university degree in a relevant subject.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, professional attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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