Grade R Teacher

Location: Northriding, Johannesburg

Start Date: January 2026

Phase: Foundation Phase / Grade R

Curriculum: Independent School Curriculum

Contract: Full-time | On-site | SACE registered

At Radley Private School, we’re redefining what it means to educate the next generation. As one of South Africa’s first entrepreneurial schools, we blend academic excellence with cutting-edge 21st-century skills – including creativity, problem-solving, independence, and entrepreneurial thinking. Our mission is to empower young minds with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing future.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Grade R teacher to join our Foundation Phase team in Northriding. If you love working with young children, believe in nurturing curiosity and confidence, and are eager to be part of a growing school that puts learners and purpose first – this opportunity is for you.

Who we are

Radley Private School is backed by Raizcorp, Africa’s leading business incubator. We provide a calm, caring, and structured environment where learners are celebrated, supported, and challenged to think differently.

Small classes for individual attention and real relationships

No traditional competitive team sports – more time for academic and creative growth

Weekly professional development and entrepreneurial training for staff

A strong focus on developing independence, critical thinking, resilience, and confidence

About the role: Grade R Teacher

As our Grade R teacher, you’ll be responsible for creating a warm, structured, and engaging learning environment where young learners can build strong foundations for future academic success. You’ll support learners’ social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through purposeful play, structured learning, and creative exploration.

Your responsibilities

Teach and facilitate learning for Grade R learners

Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons

Develop foundational literacy, numeracy, fine motor, gross motor, and social skills

Create a nurturing, structured, and stimulating classroom environment

Use play-based and inquiry-based learning to support learner development

Monitor learner progress and provide regular feedback to parents and school leadership

Support learners’ emotional development, independence, and confidence

Collaborate with fellow educators in a supportive and innovative team

Participate in ongoing professional development and coaching

Contribute to Radley’s entrepreneurial and future-focused school culture

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Education – non-negotiable

SACE registered with valid certification – non-negotiable

Experience teaching Grade R or Foundation Phase learners

Strong understanding of early childhood development and school readiness

Passionate about nurturing young learners and building strong educational foundations

Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Creative, warm, patient, and highly organised

Comfortable working in a small, high-impact, entrepreneurial school environment

Why you’ll love working at Radley

A calm, purpose-driven school environment with meaningful relationships

The chance to be part of a pioneering educational model in South Africa

Ongoing mentorship and training in entrepreneurship and education

A unique opportunity to shape young learners at the start of their school journey

A collaborative, forward-thinking team of educators