The job
What you are applying for
This is a teaching and curriculum-leadership post. Alongside your own teaching load, you will lead the department or phase, support educators, coordinate curriculum delivery and assessment, monitor learner performance and keep the department functioning effectively.
About the school
- School phase
- Secondary
- School type
- ORDINARY SCHOOL
- Estimated teaching staff
- ±30 educators
- Estimated learner enrolment
- ±1 070 learners
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ReferenceVOLUME 5 OF 2026 - 72 (DEPARTMENTAL HEAD ADDENDUM)
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- 1
Download, complete and sign the EDP 01 form.
- 2
Quote the bulletin reference VOLUME 5 OF 2026 - 72 (DEPARTMENTAL HEAD ADDENDUM).
- 3
Attach the vacancy-specific documents listed in this plan.
- 4
Post the completed application to the District Director address shown below.
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EDP 01
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VOLUME 5 OF 2026 - 72 (DEPARTMENTAL HEAD ADDENDUM)
HILLSIDE TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
Nelson Mandela Bay
Departmental Head
PL2
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Nelson Mandela Bay District Office
Private Bag X3915, North End, Port Elizabeth 6056Telephone: 041-4034402 / 434
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Which application form do I use?
Use the EDP 01 form provided on this page and sign it before submission.
What reference must I quote?
Quote VOLUME 5 OF 2026 - 72 (DEPARTMENTAL HEAD ADDENDUM) exactly as shown.
What documents do I include now?
Include Detailed CV, Relevant qualification and supporting documents, SACE membership or registration evidence.
Do copies need certification now?
The bulletin says initial qualification copies do not need certification. Certified copies can be requested later from shortlisted candidates.
Do I send this to the school?
No. Send it to the District Director destination shown on this page.