Job Description

This post was previously advertised as Job ID 5774. All applications received in response to the previous advertisements, will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.Duties and responsibilities:

• Facilitate English Academic Literacy and/or General English Language classes.
• Plan contact sessions and educational material in consultation with the module coordinator.
• Keep a time schedule and meet deadlines.
• Assess and mark subject content (in close collaboration with the module coordinator)
• Offer consultation sessions in the Write Site (where applicable).
• Ensure proper written and oral communication with students.
• Maintain sensitivity towards students who experience problems.
• Maintain appropriate discipline in classroom sessions to facilitate teaching and learning.
• Be available for online consultation after contact sessions (where applicable).
• Contribute to the finalisation and improvement of study guides (where applicable).
• Assist with research projects in the ALLD (where applicable).
• Keep student records in terms of marks and attendance.
• Execute formal administrative and organisational tasks in relation to Academic Language and Literacy Development.
• Moderate assessment and observe facilitators on the courses (if needed).

Inherent Job requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree/ Advance Diploma/ B Tech Degree/ Postgraduate Certificate, or any other relevant degree on NQF level 7.
• A good academic record.

Recommendations:

• English at third-year level OR appropriate qualification, e.g., TEFL/ CELTA/ TESOL
• Appropriate post-graduate qualification
• Teaching experience on an English literacy programme
• Teaching qualification
• Teaching and/or facilitation and/or tutoring and/or teaching assistant experience.

CompetenciesKey Competencies Required:

• Results-oriented:

- The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

• Strategic thinking:

- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

• Business Acumen:

- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.

• Leading:

- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions:

- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.Required DocumentsPlease ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver's license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
01 October 2024 or as soon as possible.Closing date:
30 August 2024.Salary:
The salary is available on request.Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact or email or . Additionally, kindly contact / / / / for assistance.General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at :The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.Additional Information

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