If you’re a novice educator with a burning desire to make a lasting impact on learners’ lives, Teach The Nation (TTN) has an incredible opportunity for you. Through the Novice Teachers Leadership Development Scholarship, TTN is inviting passionate and committed teachers to join a fully funded, two-year leadership development programme designed to empower educators with the core skills needed to influence positive change in under-resourced schools across South Africa.
What is the Novice Teachers Leadership Development Scholarship?
The Novice Teachers Leadership Development Scholarship is a unique initiative aimed at training and mentoring novice educators who are eager to transform the South African education system. The programme focuses on developing essential leadership and teaching skills that equip teachers to create lasting educational impact. TTN’s scholarship is not just about improving your teaching skills but also about nurturing your leadership potential to guide your community toward meaningful change.
Over the course of two years, the scholarship will help you grow both personally and professionally. As part of the programme, you will be guided by dedicated coaches and will work with your school to enhance your leadership skills and improve learner outcomes. TTN’s approach focuses on Conscious Leadership (CL) and High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS), two critical elements designed to support educators in high-need schools.
Who Can Apply for the Scholarship?
This scholarship is specifically designed for novice educators who have recently entered the teaching profession and are eager to make a difference. To qualify for the Novice Teachers Leadership Development Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Currently employed as an educator in an under-resourced Primary or High School.
- Based in one of the following provinces: Western Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), or Limpopo.
- Passionate about influencing school culture, demonstrating leadership, and creating a positive impact in the school community.
- Between the ages of 22-35 years.
- Qualified to teach in one or more of the following educational phases: Foundation, Intermediate, Senior, or Further Education and Training (FET).
- Qualified to teach one or more of the following subjects:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
- Languages (Home and First Additional Languages).
- IT, Coding, and Robotics.
- A Registered South African citizen.
- SACE Registered or proof of application for SACE registration.
Essential Attributes for Applicants
Aside from meeting the educational and professional qualifications, TTN is looking for individuals who possess the following attributes:
- Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with others to create a supportive learning environment.
- Curiosity and Creativity: Bringing innovative ideas into the classroom and continuously seeking new ways to improve teaching practices.
- Motivation and Self-awareness: Maintaining a strong sense of self-motivation, resilience, and awareness of your personal development.
- Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving: Being able to assess situations and devise effective solutions for challenges in the classroom.
- Leadership and Social Influence: Inspiring others through positive actions and being a role model for learners and colleagues alike.
How Will the Programme Support You?
TTN’s scholarship is built to ensure you have the necessary tools and resources to succeed as an educator and leader. In addition to coaching and mentoring, you will be supported through:
- Classroom observation to develop and refine your teaching strategies.
- Ongoing monitoring through the sharing of learner academic results and progress to ensure the effectiveness of your teaching methods.
- Active participation in surveys involving fellows, learners, principals, and other stakeholders to track your growth and the impact of the programme.
- Community Impact Projects designed to enhance the social impact of the programme in your local community.
Also check: SANRAL High School Scholarship Programme 2026
How to Apply
Are you ready to make a difference in your community and the education system? If so, applying for the Novice Teachers Leadership Development Scholarship is simple. Visit the official Teach The Nation website at www.teachthenation.org for more information and to submit your application.
By applying for the Novice Teachers Leadership Development Scholarship, you have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to education in South Africa. The TTN scholarship programme offers more than just professional development; it empowers you to become a change-maker in your classroom, school, and community.
This scholarship is an excellent opportunity to enhance your leadership skills, improve teaching outcomes, and ensure every child, regardless of their socio-economic background, receives a quality education.
