Education & Teaching ADvTECH Group (administered by the ADvTECH Schools Division)

ADvTECH Student Teacher Bursary

The ADvTECH Student Teacher Bursary supports senior teaching students who want to build a career at one of South Africa's leading private education groups. It funds tuition based on academic performance and combines mentorship with practical placements and paid school activities at ADvTECH (Trinityhouse) schools, with the prospect of employment after graduation. It targets third- and fourth-year students specialising in scarce-skill teaching fields such as Mathematics, Science, Foundation Phase, Early Childhood Development and African Languages.

Amount:
Tuition fee coverage linked to academic performance (up to full cover)
Deadline:
16 November 2026
Renewable:
Yes

Eligible Fields of Study

ADvTECH Group (administered by the ADvTECH Schools Division) supports students in the following disciplines

African Languages (First Additional Language)
Early Childhood Development
Foundation Phase Teaching
Mathematics Teaching
Science Teaching

Eligibility Requirements

  • South African citizen
  • Studying towards a teaching qualification in one of the specified fields of study
  • Currently in your 3rd or 4th year of study
  • Enrolled as a full-time or part-time student
  • Demonstrate a passion for teaching and helping others

What's Included

  • Tuition fee funding, with the amount linked to academic performance (up to full cover)
  • Mentorship programme with experienced educators
  • Practical work component and teaching placement at an ADvTECH (Trinityhouse) school
  • Paid school activities such as sports and music coaching and teaching assistant roles
  • Opportunity for employment placement within an ADvTECH school after graduation

Work Commitment

The bursary is designed as a talent pipeline for ADvTECH schools. While studying you complete a practical work component and paid activities at an ADvTECH (Trinityhouse) school, and successful graduates may be offered employment within the ADvTECH school network.

How to Apply

Steps to complete your ADvTECH Group (administered by the ADvTECH Schools Division) bursary application

  1. 1

    Wait for the application window to open mid-year (the careers portal is not live year-round)

  2. 2

    Visit the ADvTECH careers page at groupadvtech.com/careers and find the Student Teacher Bursary listing

  3. 3

    Complete the online application on the ADvTECH applicant portal when it is open

  4. 4

    Upload your certified ID, academic record and proof of registration

  5. 5

    Submit a motivational letter showing your passion for teaching

  6. 6

    Apply before the closing date of 16 November

  7. 7

    Attend an interview or assessment at an ADvTECH school if shortlisted

Required Documents

  • 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
  • 📄 Latest academic record or transcript
  • 📄 Proof of current registration (3rd or 4th year)
  • 📄 Curriculum vitae
  • 📄 Motivational letter
  • 📄 Contactable references

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the ADvTECH Student Teacher Bursary cover?
It covers your tuition fees, with the amount linked to your academic performance. Strong-performing students can receive up to full tuition cover, so maintaining good results during your studies is important.
When do applications open and close?
Applications open around the middle of the year and close on 16 November. The careers and application portal is only live during the open window, so the link may not always work outside that period. Check groupadvtech.com/careers from mid-year.
Which fields of study qualify?
The bursary focuses on scarce-skill teaching areas: African Languages (First Additional Language), Early Childhood Development, Foundation Phase teaching, Mathematics teaching and Science teaching. You should be in your 3rd or 4th year of a teaching qualification in one of these fields.
Will I have to work for ADvTECH after I graduate?
The bursary includes a practical work component and paid activities at an ADvTECH (Trinityhouse) school while you study, and successful graduates may be offered a teaching post within the ADvTECH school network. Placements are at selected Trinityhouse schools in Centurion and Roodepoort, Gauteng.

Ready to apply?

Applications close on 16 November 2026

Apply on ADvTECH Group (administered by the ADvTECH Schools Division)'s official site

Need help? Contact ADvTECH Group (administered by the ADvTECH Schools Division):

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 010 140 3099

Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.