Job Description

About SPARK SchoolsSPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation through Africas first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all. SPARK Schools is a high-growth, mission and values-driven entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools, 5 high schools and serving over 16,000 families in 2024. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.Primary School ReceptionistPurpose of Role:The SPARK Schools receptionists liaise with parents, welcome visitors, and ensure the accurate administration of enrolment and student information records. Receptionists are integral to the SPARK Schools culture and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.Reports To: Office ManagerResponsibilities:

• Maintain accurate student information records on the student information system, including daily
• student attendance.
• Provide school tours to prospective parents and serve as a liaison during the enrolment process,
• including collecting personal documentation for enrolment files.
• Receive delivery of supplies.
• Perform clerical duties, including answering phones, taking and distributing messages, and
• corresponding with parents and staff members via email.
• Responsible for assisting with the completion of the aftercare and late pickup billing spreadsheet,
• overseen by the Office Manager.
• Volunteer hours, tracking and reporting.
• Responsible for staff attendance, tracking and reporting.
• Attend to sick or injured children and liaise with parents/guardians about their children.
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with school staff as required. Participate actively in staff
• development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.
• Professionally conduct self at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.

RequirementsQualifications and Criteria:The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria:

• Experience

• Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children
• Administration
• Customer service
• Basic understanding of labour laws

• Preferred Qualifications

• English language fluency
• Clear criminal record
• Grade 12 certificate
• Studying Part-Time towards a relevant Commerce/Administration/Operations degree
• First aid certificate

Skills and Mindset

• Strong desire to be part of a vibrant and dynamic technology-driven work environment fostering creativity, collaboration, and an atmosphere that encourages and allows top performers to thrive.
• Strong desire to be part of a collaborative, team-spirited, and fast-growing Social Impact Disruptor and Society Shaper who is leading change in the education space in South Africa through transformational education innovation, ensuring the accessibility of university and careers for all.
• Strong desire to be part of a learning culture with excellent career development and advancement opportunities supported by individualized professional development, support, and mentorship.

• Ability, Desire, and Passion to deliver high-quality transformational education at affordable fees

Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, KindnessBenefitsSPARK offers:

• fair market linked remuneration
• performance-based annual bonuses and increases
• above average/good annual leave
• life, disability and funeral cover
• employee wellness support

• educational support & study leave

• individualised professional development, support and mentorship

• employee discount on school fees

• opportunities for career growth

Compensation: R8,466.00Position Type: Full TimeLocation: Western Cape

• SPARK Blue Downs

13 Old Faure Rd, Blue Downs, Cape Town, 7100SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the companys Employment Equity goals and targets.SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

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