PA to the High School Principal
We prepare our graduates to achieve upward economic mobility, demonstrate good citizenship and become empowered to identify and realise their goals, dreams, and human potential by providing full scholarships at no cost to students from underprivileged communities. Our commitment extends over a 19-year period, encompassing a comprehensive, high-quality educational experience that adheres to national standards.
Christel House has established a global network of eight schools providing education from Grade RR to 12. Among these, our Cape Town centre, launched in 2002, stands as the first of potentially more Christel Houses to be established in Africa. This pioneer institution currently impacts twenty local communities by providing an all-encompassing 19-year educational journey. Our focus is on nurturing strong ethical values and providing a plethora of supportive services, which include professional health care, balanced meals, psychosocial counseling, and family assistance.
About the position:
Reporting to the High School Principal, the role of Personal Assistant to the High School Principal is centred on creating an environment where educational excellence thrives through seamless administrative and logistical support. We envision a dynamic professional who plays a pivotal role in shaping the daily and long-term activities of the school, ensuring that the focus remains on nurturing a positive and thriving educational community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the High School Principal and Deputy Principals:
- Providing administrative support.
- Project and task management, including communication and relationship management.
2. Support the Principal with Financial Administration:
- Administration of expenditure management against the business plan.
- Administration of resource management.
- Innovate in assisting with day-to-day, termly and annual tasks:
- Quality Assurance Administration (KPI and related processes).
- Student attendance and aligned administrative processes, including student recognition programmes.
- Student technology and connectivity management.
- Coordinate the Administration of the NSC Examination in line with school policy, including:
- Communication with WCED, registration, and control of invigilator movements (timetables and training);
- Examination room and resource management in preparation;
- Daily NSC examination management.
Qualifications and Attributes Required:
- At least a post-school administration qualification;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
- English HL (60%) at Matric level;
- Excellent organisational and communication skills;
- Proven ability to handle administrative responsibilities;
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset;
- Passion for contributing to a positive learning environment.
Application Process: Please send your curriculum vitae and evidence of your credentials to the High School Principal, Mr. Nasar Harris, at recruit@sa.christelhouse.org, ensure the subject line reads ‘Application for PA to the High School. All applications must be received by 18 September 2026
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