IT & SPORTS ADMIN ASSISTANT GRADE 1 – 7

Old School Ties; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Convent School in Cape Town seeks an IT and Sports Admin Assistant (Grades 1-7) to start in January 2027. The role supports the computer room, runs robotics activities, and assists with sports events and logistics. You will help with admin prep for lab setups and coordinate fixtures and transports.

The ideal candidate brings IT proficiency, familiarity with school systems, and a passion for girls’ education within a Catholic ethos. A cooperative team player with reliability is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative tasks within an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong IT skills and ability to use school systems and registrations.
• Good knowledge of school sports and related fixtures and events.
• Patient, approachable, organised and reliable in a school environment.
• Interest in Girls’ education and alignment with school values.

Responsibilities

• Support in the computer room with iPad bookings, charging checks and device monitoring.
• Assist with robotics club activities and setup of robotics workstations.
• Sort and maintain classroom resources and assist with lab activities.
• Support teachers and pupils with computer lab activities as needed.
• Assist with administrative prep for computer lab and school events.
• Help organise sporting fixtures, tournaments, festivals, tours and transport.
• Maintain records of equipment and assist coaches with logistics.

Skills

Administrative tasks

IT skills

Sports knowledge

Patience & reliability

Experience with children

Tools

Spreadsheets

Online registrations

Job description

IT and SPORTS ADMIN ASSISTANT GRADE 1 - 7

STARTING JANUARY 2027

Springfield Convent School is a leading Independent Day School for girls from Pre-Primary to Matric. Founded by the Cabra Dominican Sisters in 1871, Springfield is nestled in beautiful historic gardens on Wynberg Hill in Cape Town. The School has a longstanding, proud academic record with a nurturing Catholic atmosphere and tradition, exceptionally successful music, art, and drama departments, as well as excellent sports facilities.

Within the Catholic ethos and Dominican values, particularly in relation to respecting each person's dignity and the common good, we educate children of all faiths, developing the talents, virtues, and potential of each individual – both pupils and staff.

The Junior School Principal invites applications for the position of Information Technology & Sports Admin Assistant (Grades 1-7).

Commencement date: January 2027

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in the Computer Room, including iPad bookings, charging checks, sanitising, and monitoring devices for damage.
• Assist with robotics club activities and set up robotics workstations.
• Sort and maintain classroom resources.
• Assist teachers and pupils with computer lab activities as needed.
• Assist with administrative preparation for the computer lab and various school events.
• Sport event & FixtureSupport - Assist with organising fixtures, tournaments, festivals, tours, transport, officials, equipment and other sporting events.
• Equipment, Records & Logistics: Help manage sporting equipment and kit, maintain accurate records, support coaches with practical requirements and ensure sporting activities run smoothly.

Requirements:

• Experience with children or in an educational environment is advantageous.
• Experience in Administrative tasks.
• Passionate about the advancement of Girls’ education.
• IT & Systems Support - Have strong IT skills and confidently use school systems, spreadsheets, communication platforms and online registrations.
• Sport Knowledge & Interest - Demonstrate a good understanding of school sports, codes, fixtures, competitions, terminology and basic sporting requirements.
• Patient, approachable, organised, and reliable.
• Commitment to the Catholic ethos and Dominican values of Springfield Convent School.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 30 October 2026

Springfield Convent School reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of this post. The application will not of itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants disqualifying themselves from consideration. Springfield is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Springfield Convent School 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.