YES Programme Candidate: Business Support

Curro Holdings Ltd; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 58,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Curro Waterfall in Midrand seeks to appoint YES Programme Candidate: Business Support (part-time) starting January 2027. This role offers practical administration experience within Curro's YES Programme, supporting daily operations and learning opportunities.

The position is stipend-based for 12 months, with a monthly stipend between R5 241 and R6 000. Applicants must be unemployed and aged 18–34, with a qualification in Business Admin or Office Management and proximity to the Curro campus.

Qualifications

• SA youth aged 18–34.
• Stipend range: R5 241,00 – R6 000,00 per month.
• Must be previously unemployed.
• Qualification in Business Administration, Office Management, or related studies.
• Living close to the Curro school or office you are applying for.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Computer literacy – proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Team collaboration.
• Soft skills, work ethic and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Office Administration Support: filing, record-keeping and organised systems.
• Data Entry & Accuracy: capture information with attention to detail.
• Communication Assistance: drafting emails and answering calls.
• Meeting & Event Support: scheduling and materials preparation.
• Document Preparation: photocopying, scanning and reports.
• Team Collaboration: work with colleagues to support daily operations.
• Learning & Development: participate in training opportunities.
• Professional Conduct: uphold Curro's ethos and values.

Skills

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Soft skills

Data entry

Education

Business Administration / Office Management

Job description

Curro is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner-centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro seeks to appoint YES Programme Candidate: Business Support (part-time) at Curro Waterfall in Midrand to commence duties in January 2027

Vacancy Reference: WATE/YES/ADMIN

Are you organised, eager to learn, and ready to step into the world of administration and office support?Curro is calling YOU to join our team as a Business Support Assistant (YES Candidate). This is your chance to gain valuable workplace experience, support daily operations, and build skills that will open doors for your future career.

Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Office Administration Support Assist with filing, record-keeping, and maintaining organised office systems.
• Data Entry & Accuracy Capture information into spreadsheets, databases, or systems with attention to detail.
• Communication Assistance Help with drafting emails, answering calls, and supporting internal communication.
• Meeting & Event Support Assist with scheduling, preparing meeting materials, and setting up venues.
• Document Preparation Support the team with photocopying, scanning, and preparing reports or presentations.
• Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations and provide support where needed.
• Learning & Development Participate in training and mentorship opportunities to build workplace skills.
• Professional Conduct Uphold Curro's ethos and values through reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• South African youth between 18 and 34 years old.
• Stipend range: R5 241,00 - R6 000,00 per month.
• Must be previously unemployed.
• Qualification in Business Administration, Office Management, or related studies (advantageous).
• Living close to the Curro school or office you are applying for.
• Strong organisational skills for filing, scheduling, and record-keeping.
• Computer literacy – proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Communication skills – clear verbal and written ability.
• Attention to detail – accuracy in data entry and handling documents.
• Time management – able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Team collaboration – willingness to support colleagues and learn from feedback.
• Soft skills & work ethic – punctual, reliable, professional, trustworthy, and eager to learn.

Please note: This is a stipend-based opportunity (not a salary). This is a 12-month contract position

Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration (if applicable) as part of your online application.

P.S Please view your profile for progress on your application.
If you have not had any feedback from the school within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, accept that you were not successful for this position.
But don't be dismayed, next time it might be you.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with.
Curro reserves the right not to make an appointment.

NB: Please note that if you are found to apply for two or more positions that you do not qualify for in the least, you will be blocked from the system for 30 days. This is due to a large volume of applicants who are abusing the system.

NB: Please remember and take note before applying that this is a temporary / contract position.

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Head office: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
https://www.curro.co.za

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