Job Ref #: FIS0012026
Industry: Human Resources
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

Botswana Ash (Pty) Ltd is a Soda Ash and Salt producing Company situated at Sua Pan in Botswana, approximately 180 km by tarred road northwest of Francistown. The Company employs over 500 employees of which close to 300 are unionised. Employees and their families live in Sowa Town, about 20 km from the plant site. The town boasts of recreational facilities, which include restaurant, tennis courts, squash court and golf course. There is also an excellent English medium pre-primary, primary and secondary school as well as public primary and junior secondary schools.

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position:

 

 

CLASS TEACHER (RECEPTION)

 

Job Summary

The major role of the incumbent will be to provide quality teaching and learning in the lower primary with a specific focus on Standard Zero (0) and support the personal development and academic success of students. In addition to meeting the academic expectations, the successful candidate will be expected to participate actively in the life of the school, including the extra-curricular programme, and offer both sporting and cultural activities.

The Ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Promoting and living the Guiding Statements of Flamingo International School.
• Preparing teaching and learning opportunities and experiences that reflect best teaching practice and allows for differentiation.
• Teach phonics and reading with understanding.
• Leading a safe, secure classroom where students are cared for and nurtured.
• Designing teaching that allows students to engage meaningfully and creatively in their own learning.
• Assessing accurately and report authentically on students’ personal development and personal progress.
• Building positive and supportive relationships with parents.
• Participating fully in all aspects of school life that ensure whole school improvement.

Job Requirements

v  A Diploma/Degree in education, with a minimum of 5 years of teaching Standard 0-3 Classes.

v  A minimum of 5 years of experience of teaching in an independent school environment will be an added advantage.

v  The ability to deliver the curriculum in English, is essential.

v  The ideal candidate must have a thorough pedagogical knowledge of teaching and learning in the lower primary years.

v  An understanding and implementation of phonics, and the teaching of reading and handwriting.

v  The candidate must demonstrate generosity of spirit, the ability to collaborate, communicate effectively, and have a philosophy of education that underpins a career of successful teaching practice.

v  Ability to coach swimming, netball, cricket, hockey.

 

Competences

• Planning Skills.
• Organizing Skills.
• Supervisory Skills.
• Computer Literacy

REMUNERATION

 

The Company offers a competitive remuneration package, commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience

 

To apply, please forward your application with a detailed CV and your contact telephone numbers to:

 

The Human Resources Manager

Botswana Ash (Pty) Ltd

Private Bag SOW 7

Sowa Town     

 

Closing date: 6th April 2026.

 

• Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short-listed candidates.