Number of Positions: 46
Ministry: Education and Training
Department: Teaching Service
Nature of Contract: Permanent
Responsible To: Deputy Principal / Principal
Circular Notice: No. 25 of 2026
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for 46 Primary School Classroom Teacher positions in Government and Church-Owned Schools around Lesotho.
All positions are open to both qualified unemployed teachers and serving teachers who have acquired higher qualifications.
SCHOOLS OF ASSIGNMENT
The following schools require Primary School Classroom Teachers:
| No. | School | Proprietor | District | Required Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nijabane Primary School | Government | Berea | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 2 | Menyameng Primary School | LECSA | Berea | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 3 | Linokong Primary School | RCC | Berea | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 4 | Tsereoane | LECSA | Berea | ECCD |
| 5 | Makong Primary School | LECSA | Botha-Bothe | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 6 | St. Rose Primary School | Not clear in source | Botha-Bothe | Primary |
| 7 | Khanyane Primary School | LECSA | Botha-Bothe | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 8 | Maputsoe Primary School | ACL | Leribe | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 9 | Khojane Primary School | LECSA | Leribe | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 10 | Malaleng Primary School | LECSA | Leribe | Primary |
| 11 | Maputo Primary School | LECSA | Mafeteng | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 12 | Metlaeeng Primary School | LECSA | Mafeteng | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 13 | Leburu Primary School | Government | Mafeteng | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 14 | Upper Kuebung Primary School | Not clear in source | Mafeteng | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 15 | Metsoarong Primary School | LECSA | Mafeteng | Primary |
| 16 | Lithabaneng Primary School | LECSA | Maseru | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 17 | Makokong Primary School | Not clear in source | Maseru | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 18 | Seleso Primary School | RCC | Maseru | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 19 | St. Leonard Primary School | RCC | Maseru | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 20 | Tsolo Primary School | Government | Maseru | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 21 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | — | — |
| 22 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | — | — |
| 23 | Lithabaneng Primary School | LECSA | District unclear in scan | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 24 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | — | — |
| 25 | Likotsi Primary School | RCC | Maseru | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 26 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | — | — |
| 27 | Makeneng Primary School | LECSA | District unclear in scan | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 28 | Qobong Primary School | LECSA | Mohale’s Hoek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 29 | Oetsi Primary School | ACL | Mohale’s Hoek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 30 | Tlokotsing Primary School | Government | Mohale’s Hoek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 31 | Potsane Primary School | ACL | Mohale’s Hoek | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 32 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Mohale’s Hoek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 33 | St. Stephen’s Primary School | LECSA | Mohale’s Hoek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 34 | Linareng Primary School | Not clear in source | Mokhotlong | Primary |
| 35 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Mokhotlong | — |
| 36 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Mokhotlong | — |
| 37 | Ligaleng Primary School | Not clear in source | Qacha’s Nek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 38 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Qacha’s Nek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 39 | Qacha’s Nek United Primary School | ACL | Qacha’s Nek | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 40 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Quthing | — |
| 41 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Quthing | — |
| 42 | School allocation unclear in supplied scan | — | Thaba-Tseka | — |
| 43 | Lelaka Primary School | Not clear in source | Thaba-Tseka | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 44 | Mahao Primary School | RCC | Thaba-Tseka | Teacher I (Primary) |
| 45 | Katlehong E.M. Community Primary School | Community | Thaba-Tseka | Teacher II (Primary) |
| 46 | Long Primary School | RCC | Thaba-Tseka | Teacher I (Primary) |
JOB SUMMARY
To carry out classroom instruction to ensure that pupils acquire quality education as determined by the education policy and curriculum and assessment in line with global standards.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching
- Demonstrate outstanding teaching in their learning areas.
- Prepare quality lessons in their field.
- Take on a curriculum leadership role in respect of the subject or learning area.
- Plan, coordinate, control, administer, evaluate and report on students’ academic progress.
- Develop learning and teaching materials.
- Demonstrate a leadership role for junior teaching staff.
Student Support
- Participate in guidance, counselling and psychosocial support, discipline and general welfare of learners.
- Maintain class attendance registers and other learner personal records as required by the school regulations.
- Meet with parents to discuss the progress and conduct of their children.
Extra-Curricular Activities
- Participate in organising sports, community, social and cultural activities.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Senior Teacher II (Primary)
- M.Ed or equivalent and at least 3 years’ experience as Senior Teacher I; OR
- B.Ed Hons or equivalent, plus 5 years’ experience as Senior Teacher I; OR
- B.Ed or equivalent and at least 7 years’ experience as Senior Teacher I.
Senior Teacher I (Primary)
- M.Ed or equivalent; OR
- B.Ed Hons or equivalent, plus 3 years’ experience as Teacher I; OR
- B.Ed or equivalent and at least 5 years’ experience as Teacher II.
Teacher II (Primary)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education or equivalent; OR
- Diploma in Primary Education or equivalent, plus 4 years’ teaching experience as Teacher I.
Teacher I (Primary)
- Diploma in Primary Education or equivalent.
Teacher I (ECCD)
- Certificate in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
- For Teacher I (ECCD) positions, priority will be given to teachers who have experience teaching in Reception classes in public schools.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Teachers conceptualise, plan and implement an effective learning programme.
- Teachers promote a collaborative, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Teachers demonstrate in practice their knowledge and understanding of how children and young people learn.
- Teachers analyse and effectively use assessment information, which has been gathered formally and informally.
- Teachers use critical inquiry and professional learning effectively in their professional practice.
- Teachers establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students.
- Teachers demonstrate commitment to promoting the well-being of all students.
- Teachers are committed members of the profession.
SALARY SCALES
- Senior Teacher II (Primary): M179,976.00 – M225,852.00 per annum.
- Senior Teacher I (Primary): M166,272.00 – M194,328.00 per annum.
- Teacher II (Primary): M142,896.00 – M170,940.00 per annum.
- Teacher I (Primary): M123,984.00 – M149,172.00 per annum.
- Teacher I (ECCD): M98,982.00 – M123,984.00 per annum.
HOW TO APPLY
All new applicants should apply using Schedule 5, whilst applicants for leadership posts should use Schedule 6. The schedules are available at District Human Resource Offices.
DISTRICT EDUCATION OFFICE CONTACT DETAILS
Thaba-Tseka: P.O. Box 170, Thaba-Tseka 550. Telephone: 22900206.
Botha-Bothe: P.O. Box 230, Botha-Bothe 400. Telephone: 22460258.
Leribe: P.O. Box 12, Leribe 300. Telephone: 22400210 / 22401360.
Berea: P.O. Box 561, Teya-Teyaneng 200. Telephone: 22500235.
Maseru: P.O. Box 47, Maseru 100. Telephone: 22313709.
Mafeteng: P.O. Box 13, Mafeteng 900. Telephone: 22700213.
Mohale’s Hoek: P.O. Box 50, Mohale’s Hoek 800. Telephone: 22785291.
Quthing: P.O. Box 41, Quthing 700. Telephone: 22750266.
Qacha’s Nek: P.O. Box 3, Qacha’s Nek 600. Telephone: 22950226.
Mokhotlong: P.O. Box 156, Mokhotlong 500. Telephone: 22920225.
Applications, including certified copies of relevant qualifications, registration certificate, marriage certificate (where necessary), two reference letters and a copy of ID, must reach the District Education Office – Human Resource Offices, with copies to the School Board, Educational Secretary and Supervisor of Government Schools.
Closing Date: 8 December 2026 at 16:30.
Applications should be submitted to the District Education Office for the district of the school being applied for.