CLASSROOM TEACHER ASSISTANT

Old School Ties; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

St Stithians College invites applications for the position of Classroom Teacher Assistant, available from 01 January 2027. The role includes facilitating small group activities, assisting with classroom duties, and supporting aftercare programs.

A teaching qualification is advantageous, and applicants must meet SACE registration and safety certification requirements. The College emphasises diversity, inclusion, and its Methodist ethos, encouraging teamwork and active participation in the wider

Qualifications

• Proficiency in the use of technology.
• Excellent people and organisational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and to act decisively.
• Unequivocal commitment to working as part of a team.
• Willingness to promote diversity and inclusion in all actions.
• Willingness to work within the College's Methodist Christian ethos and mission, and participate in broader school life.
• Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender's clearance certificate and First Aid certificate.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate small group activities under the direction of the class teacher.
• Assist the class teacher with classroom duties and setting up indoor and outdoor activities.
• Assist in the Aftercare programme.
• Classroom substitution when needed.

Skills

Technology proficiency

People skills

Initiative

Team player

Diversity & inclusion

Commitment to Methodist ethos

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

St Stithians College is a proudly South African school, embracing diversity and offering a distinctive educational experience. Founded as a Methodist Church School, our Christian spirituality is central to our identity. Our College consists of Primary and Secondary Boys' and Girls' schools, together with a co-educational Junior Preparatory school. We are an independent, non-profit institution located on an expansive green campus in Sandton, Johannesburg. In addition, St Stithians incorporates Kamoka Bush School near Modimolle, and the Thandulwazi Maths & Science Academy on our Campus. As a College, we are intent on Inspiring Excellence and Making a World of Difference.

JUNIOR PREPARATORY

The Junior Preparatory is known as the Gateway to St Stithians College as it marks both the start of the exciting fifteen- year journey through Saints, and the beginning of formal education. Our school offers a nurturing, co-ed environment for Grades RRR to Grade 2, after which our boys and girls move onto the Boys' Preparatory and Girls' Preparatory respectively.

Classroom Teacher Assistant

The College invites applications for the abovementioned position, which will be available from 01 January 2027, negotiable.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.

The requirements for this position are:

• To facilitate small group activities under the direction of the class teacher.
• To assist the class teacher with classroom duties within the Junior Prep and the setting up of indoor and outdoor activities.
• A willingness to assist in the Aftercare programme.
• Proficiency in the use of technology.
• Qualification in Teaching is advantageous.
• Classroom substitution, when this is needed.
• A passion for the physical care and careful supervision of young children.
• Excellent people and organisational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and to act decisively.
• An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team.
• A willingness to ensure that diversity and inclusion is fundamental to all actions.
• A willingness to work within the values, Methodist Christian ethos and mission of the College as well as participation in the broader life of the school.
• Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender's clearance certificate and First Aid certificate.

St Stithians College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes appointments within the context of its transformation imperatives

Peter Place | Lyme Park | Sandton | 2191 Private Bag 2 | Randburg | 2125 | South Africa www.stithian.com

The College reserves the right not to proceed with this post. Applications are invited from South African citizens. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applications automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

St Stithians College is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have a suite of robust policies and procedures, regularly reviewed and updated, to ensure a safe, secure, and positive environment where all students can thrive. If you are successful, you will be expected to adhere to and actively contribute to these safeguarding practices.

St Stithians College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.