Aftercare Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Inspired Education Group; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Education Group in Pretoria seeks an Aftercare Assistant (Maternity Cover) at Reddford House The Hills to support students after school with engaging activities and care. The role focuses on student welfare, safety and a positive learning environment, ensuring smooth afternoons.

The ideal candidate has Matric, a right to work, and experience with school children; you should be adaptable, capable of setting clear expectations and providing thoughtful educational support.

Qualifications

• Matric and appropriate right to work.
• Experience working with school children in a similar role.
• Ability to set clear expectations and stretch goals.
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback.

Responsibilities

• Look after students in the afternoons and present exciting activities.
• Establish a nurturing teaching environment that promotes engaged learning.
• Be punctual and maintain professional standards and homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Teach extra lessons two afternoons per week.
• Produce high-standard resources for students.
• Respond to emails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions as directed by the Head.
• Set and mark exams and other student evaluations.

Skills

Adaptable teaching style

Excellent preparation and planning

Ability to judge learning effectively

Genuine care for student welfare

Set clear expectations

Education

Matric

Qualification in Education

Appropriate right to work

Job description

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Aftercare Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Location:

Pretoria, ZA

Date: 11 Sept 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 126 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddford House The Hills is uniquely situated in The Hills Game Reserve Estate – an upmarket, secure residential estate, which includes a game reserve stocked with several species of antelope and zebra.

Lateral thinking, comprehension and innovative application of skills and concepts form the three pillars of the Reddford House approach to education. The professionally designed interiors enhance this vibrant, joyful Reddford House educational approach. Our dynamic teachers strive to shape inquiring minds and develop young talent and are selected for their specialist knowledge, excellent qualifications, outstanding reputations, and rapport with students.

At the Reddford House The Hills we strive to create well balanced students, who are happy and confident in themselves, ready to take on the future. Our dynamic teachers are handpicked to inspire exceptional learning experiences. At Reddford House The Hills we are committed to inspiring academic, cultural and sporting excellence.

ROLE SUMMARY:

• To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them.
• To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Look after students in the afternoons and present exciting activities.
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Behave in a professional manner regarding punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
• Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.
• Teach extra lessons, when required, on two afternoons per week.
• Produce resources of a high standard for students.
• Respond to e-mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
• Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Write report comments.
• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Matric
• Appropriate right to work
• Experience working with school children in a similar role and a qualification in Education
• Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback
• A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness
• Excellent preparation and planning
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.