Wildlife Reserve Teaching Assistant — Education & Sustainability

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund contributions

Accommodation

Job summary

NB Consulting is seeking a Junior Teaching Assistant for a wildlife reserve education program in Montagu. You will support delivery of lessons, assist with pupil assessments, and help maintain safe, engaging activities for Foundation Phase learners.

The role requires Afrikaans and English fluency, a 4-year teaching degree with CAPS training and SACE registration, plus strong teamwork and adaptability in a conservation setting. Accommodation is provided.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and a relevant 4-year Teaching Degree.
• CAPS training certification.
• SACE registration.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both Afrikaans and English, written and spoken.
• Minimum of two years' experience in Foundation Phase Grades R to 4.
• Strong assessment and administrative skills.
• Proven teamwork and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality educational lessons to children enrolled at the reserve.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children during activities.
• Report any situations or complaints to the supervising teacher.
• Support teachers in maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Aid in pupil assessments, appraisals, and developmental activities.
• Contribute to cost management in line with the budget.
• Help ensure all activities and projects meet environmental standards and are conducted sustainably.

Skills

Afrikaans

English

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Administrative skills

Education

Grade 12 + 4-year Teaching Degree

CAPS training certification

SACE registration

Job description

NB Consulting is seeking a Junior Teaching Assistant for a wildlife reserve education program in Montagu. You will support delivery of lessons, assist with pupil assessments, and help maintain safe, engaging activities for Foundation Phase learners.

The role requires Afrikaans and English fluency, a 4-year teaching degree with CAPS training and SACE registration, plus strong teamwork and adaptability in a conservation setting. Accommodation is provided.