YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher

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

Job summary

Curro Hillcrest Christian Academy (Preschool) in Hillcrest invites applications for YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher (part-time) starting January 2027. This stipend-based, 12-month contract role focuses on classroom support and teacher assistance.

Ideal candidates are South African youths aged 18–34 who are currently unemployed and hold an Education/ECD qualification with SACE registration. Living near the Curro school and strong communication skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18–34 and currently unemployed.
• Qualification in Education, Early Childhood Development, or related studies is essential.
• SACE registration (provisional or conditional accepted).
• Living close to the Curro school you are applying for.
• Stipend-based opportunity for 12 months.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with children.
• Willingness to assist with lesson preparation and admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Engage learners and provide one-on-one support where needed.
• Support marking, recording results, and monitoring learner progress.
• Assist with school activities, events and extracurricular programmes.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Lesson prep support

Patience & commitment

Education

Education/ECD qualification

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: Student Teacher (part-time) at Curro Hillcrest Christian Academy (Preschool) in Hillcrest to commence duties in January 2027

Vacancy Reference: HILL/YES/TEACH2

Passionate about learning and helping others succeed? Curro is looking for YES candidates who dream of being in the classroom. Step in as an Educator or Assistant, inspire young minds, and build skills that will take you far!.

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

Key performance areas

Classroom Support Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Learner Engagement Help learners stay focused, encourage participation, and provide one‑on‑one support where needed.

Assessment Assistance Support educators with marking, recording results, and monitoring learner progress.

Extramural & Event Support Assist with school activities, events, and extracurricular programmes to ensure smooth running and learner involvement.

Resource Preparation Help prepare teaching materials, photocopies, and digital resources to support lessons.

Administrative Support Assist with basic admin tasks such as filing, updating learner records, and handling communication.

Professional Growth Participate in training, mentorship, and development opportunities to build skills for future employment.

• School Ethos & Values Uphold Curro’s ethos and values through reliability, teamwork, and professional behaviour.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• South African youth between 18 and 34 years old.
• Must be previously unemployed.
• Stipend range: R5 241,00 – R6 000,00 per month.
• Qualification in Education, Early Childhood Development, or related studies (essential).
• SACE registration (provisional or conditional accepted).
• Living close to the Curro school you are applying for.
• Passion for working with children, with patience and commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Strong communication skills to engage with learners, parents, and staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Energetic, reliable, and responsible, with a positive attitude towards learning and teaching.
• Willingness to assist with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and extracurricular activities.
• Basic administrative and organisational skills to support educators with records, resources, and learner progress.

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.

Consent to use your personal information: By submitting your application, you give Curro the right to process your personal information as required for recruitment purposes in alignment with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). You have the right to ask what information is used when and how and to revoke consent at any time.
Head office: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
https://www.curro.co.za