PA TO THE EXECUTIVE HEAD

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking a PA to the Executive Head. The successful candidate will have expert knowledge in Microsoft tools and experience in an educational setting. Responsibilities include diary management and executive interaction. Applications are to be submitted via email with the closing date on 18 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational institution is essential.
• Ability to interact at an executive level.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and work independently.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Diary management

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Interpersonal skills

Planning and preparation

Initiative

Job description

Steyn City School, situated in the scenic and iconic Steyn City Parkland Residence in Johannesburg, offers a co-educational and independent education from Grades 000 to Grade 12. If you know what it means to break the mould, set new standards, embrace change, and rejoice in creativity, then you belong with us!

The vacancy that follows exists at Steyn City School, effective 1 January 2026 or soonest thereafter.

STEYN CITY SCHOOL

PA TO THE EXECUTIVE HEAD

The successful candidate will be experienced and suitably qualified, have expert knowledge and skills in Microsoft Outlook, diary management, advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, good interpersonal skills, the ability to interact at an executive level, demonstrate the ability to plan and prepare well, prioritize, take initiative, and work independently. Previous experience in an educational institution is essential.

To apply, a detailed CV, along with a covering letter and the contact details of three referees, should be emailed to [e-mail]. It is vital that the email identifies the position for which the application is intended in the subject bar.

The closing date for applications is 18 November 2025. Applications will be considered as soon as they are received, and interviews will be arranged for shortlisted candidates thereafter. Consequently, the position may be filled before the deadline date.

Steyn City School reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, as only short‑listed candidates will be interviewed.

Applicants are advised that if they have not been contacted after the closing date, it must be assumed that their application has been unsuccessful.

Any candidate member working within a school is required to have a sexual offender’s clearance certificate as well as clearance against the Child Protection Registrar.

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Closing Date

18/11/2025

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