Teach The Nation (TTN) invites unemployed graduates to apply for a 24-month Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme for 2026 / 2027.
Location: Western Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo, South Africa
Job Type: Graduate Internship / Traineeship
Closing Date: Not Specified
Teach The Nation (TTN) recruits a network of exceptional leaders who want to address the inequity that characterises our current public education system. Through our two-year programme, our leaders will bring change to their communities and the greater South African Education space. As part of our program, you will develop yourself as a professional leader through our Conscious Leadership (CL) and High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) needed to change learners lives in high-need schools. You are the Change Maker in classrooms and communities!
TTN invites Novice Educators who are eager to be Change Makers and create lasting impact to apply for our fully funded programme. This programme is designed to positively influence learners’ lives by equipping educators with core leadership and teaching skills.
Requirements:
- You are currently employed as an educator, working in an under-resourced Primary or High school
- You have 1-3 years of experience in teaching
- You are based in one of the following Provinces; Western Cape, Gauteng, KZN, or Limpopo
- You have a passion for influencing school culture, demonstrating leadership, and making a positive impact in your school community.
- You are between the ages of 22 – 35 years
- You are qualified to teach in one or more of the following phases: Foundation, Intermediate, Senior, or Further Education and Training (FET)
- You are qualified to teach one or more of the following subjects:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths)
- Languages (Home and First Additional Languages)
- IT, Coding and Robotics
- You are a Registered South African citizen
- You are SACE Registered or have proof of application
Attributes:
- Teamwork
- Curiosity and Creativity
- Motivation and Self Awareness
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Leadership and social influence
Benefits:
- Be part of a fully funded, two-year leadership development programme, where a dedicated coach will work with you and your school to support your growth and ensure your success.
- This fellowship aligns directly to South Africa’s QMS framework, helping you Improve the quality of teaching in your subject/phase
- Track and boost learner academic performance through classroom observation and targeted coaching
- Develop core leadership skills and adopt a holistic approach to teaching.
- Earn a Leadership Certificate upon successful completion of the two-year programme.
- Benefit from continuous professional development and alumni networking after completing the programme.
- Our programme is SACE accredited.
For more details about these benefits and to read our impact stories, please visit our website: www.teachthenation.org
Teach The Nation Leadership Development Programme Overview:
- Two 30-minute individual coaching sessions per month
- One virtual Community of Practice (COP) session per school term.
- One classroom observation per term to develop and refine teaching strategies.
- Ongoing monitoring through sharing of learner academic results and progress.
- Participation in surveys involving Fellows, Learners, Principals, and other stakeholders.
- Design and/or strengthen Community Impact Projects.
- Attend our Summer Institute at the beginning of 2026 during the school holidays (exact dates to be confirmed).
Please note: This programme does not include any formal examinations but does require full commitment, active participation, and completion of all assignments and skills development pathways.
After successfully completing the two-year programme, you will join our Alumni Network – a growing community of passionate teacher-leaders across South Africa.
Ready to Make a Difference?
We invite passionate educators to apply for our programme and help us deliver quality education to every child in South Africa – regardless of their socio-economic background.
How to Apply for Teach The Nation (TTN): Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme 2026 / 2027
Click on the Apply Now button below your preferred province to apply online for Teach The Nation (TTN)’s Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme:
Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme – Western Cape
Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme – Gauteng
Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme – KwaZulu-Natal
Novice Teachers Leadership Development Programme – Limpopo
Visit www.teachthenation.org to learn more and apply.
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