Thuto Trust, in collaboration with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) Rural Education Directorate and the Limpopo Department of Education (LDoE), is implementing an innovative Hub for Pre-Service Teacher Internship in Limpopo Province. This initiative strengthens teacher education through the Extended Student Teacher Internship (ESTI) model, which complements the UNISA B.Ed. Degree (Foundation and Intermediate Phases) with full-time, school-based training in rural primary schools.
As the Implementing Partner, Thuto Trust provides daily mentorship, training, and supervision for in-service teachers and student interns throughout their academic journey. The Internship Hub will support up to 1 080 in-service teachers and student interns from across Limpopo, with a strong focus on practical training in Inclusive Education.
The Trust is seeking to appoint Onsite Mentors who will support and mentor in-service teachers and student interns based in the Capricorn North and Capricorn South Education Districts of Limpopo Province.
A. Minimum Requirements
- A relevant teaching qualification (e.g. B.Ed. or PGCE); an honours degree is preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years’ teaching experience in Foundation Phase and/or Intermediate Phase, as a resigned or retired school-based or office-based teacher.
- Current registration with SACE.
- A valid South African driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
- Willingness to engage in regular training, reflection, and supervision sessions.
- Ability to provide regular reports as agreed with Thuto Trust.
B. Knowledge and Skill Set Required
- Sound knowledge of the South African education system and extensive experience in schools.
- Working knowledge of education law and policy.
- Excellent knowledge of the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) at primary school level.
- Excellent understanding of inclusivity and differentiation in the classroom.
- A strong grasp of how trauma informs learning outcomes.
- Insight into the impact of socio-economic factors on learner outcomes.
- An informed understanding of diversity and how to address it within the school context.
- Sound knowledge of learning theories, modern pedagogies, and assessment processes.
- Empathy and professionalism in working with student interns, school management, and educators.
- Excellent lesson and classroom observation skills, with the ability to give constructive feedback.
- Strong academic skills and the disposition of a reflective practitioner.
- Highly organised, with strong planning and facilitation ability.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members.
- Strong IT skills — proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); confident in setting up Zoom and MS Teams meetings; comfortable with apps, internet research, and social media.
- Excellent report writing, record-keeping, and analytical skills.
C. Compliance and Undertakings
- Committed to continuous learning and self-improvement.
- Willing to attend recommended sessions and programmes.
D. Location Requirement
Applicants must reside in one of the following Limpopo education districts:
- Capricorn North
- Capricorn South
