Learning Support/Remedial Specialist

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Nottingham Road; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in KwaZulu-Natal seeks a Learning Support/Remedial Specialist to provide academic and emotional support to primary children. Responsibilities include teaching small group lessons, managing individual learning profiles, and collaborating with teachers. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree, has a minimum of 5 years of experience in a primary school, and possesses strong communication and organisational skills. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a remedial teacher or therapist in a primary school.
• Understanding of strategies to assist children with learning barriers.
• Experience in administering standardised tests.

Responsibilities

• Teach small group Literacy and Numeracy lessons.
• Provide in-class academic and emotional support.
• Manage individual learning support profiles.

Skills

Emotional support

Literacy and Numeracy teaching

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Team collaboration

Education

University teaching degree

Professional qualification in remedial education

Job description

Clifton Nottingham Road invites applications for a Learning Support/Remedial Specialist.

Clifton Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational school offering classes from Grade 000 to Grade 7, with the option of weekly and termly boarding. Founded in 1942, the school is set on a picturesque 64-hectare estate in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.
We are seeking an innovative and passionate Learning Support/Remedial Specialist to join our dynamic in-house Learning Support

Team. The successful candidate will provide academic and emotional support to Junior and Senior Primary children, as well as manage individual learning profiles. This role is a unique opportunity to inspire both children and colleagues, working collaboratively in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching small group Literacy and Numeracy lessons during the school day to children who require support.
• Providing in-class academic support.
• Providing afternoon academic support.
• Keeping records of planning and progress tracking.
• Writing reports.
• Providing emotional support to children as needed.
• Supporting teachers in managing children with academic and emotional difficulties.
• Assessing children to determine their needs and implementing appropriate support.
• Managing individual learning support profiles; liaising with teachers, therapists, and parents to identify and effectively support learning difficulties.
• Arranging and overseeing exam concessions.
• Attending staff, phase, round table and specialist meetings.
• Working in close collaboration with the learning support coordinator as well and phase heads.

Requirements:

• An appropriate university teaching degree and professional qualification in remedial and/or inclusive education / speech and language therapy / occupational therapy / psychology.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working with children who have barriers to learning, as a remedial teacher or therapist in a primary school setting.
• An understanding of and passion for children who learn differently.
• Experience in providing emotional support to primary school children.
• Experience in administering standardised tests.
• The ability to manage individual learning profiles.
• A sound understanding of the strategies and latest research to assist children with barriers to learning, and to support teachers of mixed-ability classes.
• A progressive understanding of CAPS across the Junior and Senior Primary phases.
• Knowledge of the implementation of concessions and accommodations for exams in the senior primary.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, working closely with teachers and therapists.
• A proven record of innovation, commitment and professionalism, with a dynamic and motivated approach to education.
• SACE registration.
• A police clearance and a sexual offenders clearance certificate.
• Excellent communication skills, organisational skills, and computer literacy skills.
• Familiarity with the Time2Read and NumberSense programmes would be advantageous.

Should you be interested in the above vacancy and meet the above requirements, please email your full CV, three contactable references and a letter of motivation detailing your reasons for choosing Clifton Nottingham Road and for choosing learning support as your career path to [e-mail]

The closing date is 12 August 2025. If you do not hear from us by 1 September 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Candidates are appointed at Clifton’s sole discretion. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Clifton will acknowledge the receipt of all CVs received. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Clifton Preparatory School, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be taken to protect personal information, which will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. You recognise and accept this disclaimer by submitting your application for this position.

Closing Date

12/08/2025