Junior Wildlife Education Assistant (Accommodation)

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve; Montagu; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund contributions

Accommodation

Job summary

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve invites applications for a Junior Teaching Assistant to support educational programs at our wildlife sanctuary. You will assist in delivering lessons to children, maintain safety, and work closely with teachers and community partners to foster curiosity about the natural world.

Requirements include a 4-year Teaching Degree, CAPS training, SACE registration, and the ability to communicate fluently in Afrikaans and English.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with a 4-year teaching degree is required.
• CAPS training certification is required.
• SACE registration is required.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English, written and spoken.
• Minimum of two years' experience in Foundation Phase (R to 4).
• Strong assessment and administrative skills.
• Proven teamwork and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality educational lessons to children at the reserve.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all children during activities.
• Report situations or complaints to supervising teacher.
• Support teachers in maintaining relationships with stakeholders.
• Assist in pupil assessments and developmental activities.
• Contribute to cost management in line with the budget.
• Help ensure activities meet environmental standards and are sustainable.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual English-Afrikaans

Assessment skills

Administrative skills

Teamwork & collaboration

Education

4-year Teaching Degree

CAPS training certification

SACE registration

Job description

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve invites applications for a Junior Teaching Assistant to support educational programs at our wildlife sanctuary. You will assist in delivering lessons to children, maintain safety, and work closely with teachers and community partners to foster curiosity about the natural world.

Requirements include a 4-year Teaching Degree, CAPS training, SACE registration, and the ability to communicate fluently in Afrikaans and English.