Senior School Receptionist

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Cape Town is looking for a Senior School Receptionist to be the first point of contact for parents and visitors. The role requires exceptional communication skills, administrative support experience, and proficiency in the Google suite. Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate. Join a nurturing environment committed to education and transformation.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills in both written and verbal form.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while working independently and with teams.
• Proficiency in providing strong administrative support and being highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for parents and visitors.
• Ensure a warm and professional atmosphere.
• Maintain a high level of administrative support.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Google suite

Education

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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 School invites applications for a senior school receptionist.

Responsibilities

The senior school receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and staff, ensuring a warm and professional atmosphere.

Qualifications

The following criteria are essential:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team, maintaining a high level of confidentiality
• The ability to provide a high level of administrative support and be well organised, dynamic and intuitive
• An excellent proficiency in the Google suite and database administration
• A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

The following criteria will be an advantage:

• First aid certification
• Previous experience as a receptionist or in an administrative role in a school environment
• A post-secondary qualification as an administrative assistant or secretary

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this position, please use this link to upload your application.

Closing date for all applications: Monday, 6 October 2025.

Commencement date: 1 January 2026.

The 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. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 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.

Candidates not contacted shall consider their application unsuccessful.

Closing Date

06/10/2025