Additional Languages French/Afrikaans Teacher (Grade 8 Job

Bridge House, a dynamic independent school in the Western Cape, is looking for a passionate and innovative Additional Languages French/Afrikaans Teacher for Grades 8-12 to join their team starting in April 2026. This exciting opportunity is perfect for an educator who can make languages vibrant and engaging, embracing technology in their teaching. If you have experience teaching both Afrikaans FAL to Matric and French SAL to Grade 10, particularly within an IEB school, and are keen to contribute to a forward-thinking school community, then this teaching job could be for you.

The successful candidate will need to be SACE registered and be prepared to contribute to the school’s co-curricular programme. Applications close on Friday, 21 November 2025, so make sure to get your CV and a letter of motivation submitted through their Google Form.

Detailed list of vacancy key details

• School name: Bridge House
• Location: Close to Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl in the Western Cape.
• School type: Independent, co-educational, day and boarding school.
• Position: Additional Languages French/Afrikaans Teacher (Grade 8 – 12).
• Commencement date: April 2026.
• Application closing date: Friday 21 November 2025.
• Required experience:
  • Must have taught Afrikaans FAL to Matric level.
  • Must have taught French SAL to at least Grade 10 level.
  • Experience in an IEB school is a distinct advantage.
• Key attributes:
  • Innovative and open to embracing change in education.
  • Possess a passion for making additional languages vibrant, relevant, and engaging.
  • Proficient in incorporating technology to facilitate interactive and exciting learning experiences.
• Additional requirements:
  • Proof of SACE registration is essential.
  • Expected to contribute to the school’s co-curricular programme (applicants should state any other subjects they offer).

Simple summary of the vacancy

Bridge House, a forward-thinking independent school situated in the scenic Western Cape near Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, and Paarl, is seeking an Additional Languages French/Afrikaans Teacher for Grades 8 to 12. This is a full-time teaching job for an individual who is passionate about language education and keen to work in a co-educational, day and boarding school environment that values innovation and future-relevance.

The school is looking for a teacher who has experience teaching Afrikaans First Additional Language up to Matric level and French Second Additional Language to at least Grade 10. Candidates with prior experience teaching these subjects in an IEB school will be at a significant advantage. It is crucial that the successful applicant is an innovative educator, eager to embrace modern educational changes, and capable of using technology to create interactive and engaging language lessons. Alongside their teaching duties, the new teacher will be expected to actively participate in the school’s co-curricular activities, so applicants should highlight any other subjects or skills they can offer in this regard.

The position is set to commence in April 2026. All applicants must be registered with SACE. Bridge House is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to fill the position. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview, and submitting an application does not guarantee a response or an interview.

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How to apply for this post

• To apply, please fill in and upload your comprehensive CV and a detailed letter of motivation.
• The application must be submitted via the provided Google Form link: Google Form.
• Ensure your SACE registration proof is included with your application.
• The closing date for all applications is Friday, 21 November 2025.

Questions and answers for a potential candidate

• Q: What teaching levels are required for this role?
  A: You must have experience teaching Afrikaans First Additional Language to Matric level and French Second Additional Language to at least Grade 10.
• Q: Is SACE registration compulsory?
  A: Yes, proof of SACE registration is a mandatory requirement for your application.
• Q: Will my experience in an IEB school be beneficial?
  A: Absolutely, candidates with experience having taught both these subjects in an IEB school will have a distinct advantage.
• Q: What kind of teaching approach is Bridge House looking for?
  A: The school values innovation, a willingness to embrace change, and the ability to incorporate technology to create interactive and engaging learning experiences.
• Q: Am I expected to contribute to school activities outside of academics?
  A: Yes, the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the co-curricular programme of the school. Please state any other subjects or skills you offer in this regard.
• Q: What should I include in my letter of motivation?
  A: Your letter should highlight your passion for teaching additional languages, your innovative teaching methods, your ability to integrate technology, and how you would contribute to the school’s ethos.
• Q: When is the deadline for applications?
  A: The closing date for applications is Friday, 21 November 2025.
• Q: What is the expected start date for this position?
  A: The position is scheduled to commence in April 2026.
• Q: Will I receive a response if I am not shortlisted?
  A: Bridge House School states that an application will not necessarily entitle the applicant to a response, appointment, or interview, and only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
• Q: Are there any specific details about the school’s location?
  A: Bridge House is situated in the Western Cape, conveniently close to the towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, and Paarl.
• Q: How can I demonstrate my ability to use technology in the classroom effectively?
  A: In your letter of motivation or CV, provide specific examples of how you have successfully integrated technology to enhance language learning and engagement in previous roles.

Institution details

• School name: Bridge House
• Website: www.bridgehouse.org.za (Assumed based on school name, as not provided in text)
• Address: R45, Berg River Valley, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa (Assumed general area based on description, as not provided in text)