PART-TIME AFTERCARE SUPERVISOR
The Vine School is an independent, Christian primary school based in Rondebosch East/Lansdowne, Cape Town.
The school is seeking to employ an experienced aftercare supervisor to run the aftercare program at the school. The person will be responsible for on-site supervision of aftercare staff, and will facilitate activities that promote physical and intellectual activity, healthy eating and positive personal development.
This is a permanent, part-time position, available from 1 January 2027.
Essential Requirements:
- At least 3 years’ experience supervising children in a teaching/daycare/aftercare environment
- A testimony of faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour
- Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport
In joining our school, you will become responsible for:
- ensuring that the atmosphere, discipline and activities are in line with the school’s ethos
- planning the programme and managing the day-to-day operations of the aftercare
- overseeing aftercare staff
- liaising with admin staff regarding applications, record keeping and billing
- ordering and/or purchasing food, other consumables and resources
- promoting safety and responding to emergencies including first aid
- communicating with school leadership and parents about matters concerning the aftercare
- praying for children and staff in the aftercare facility
The ideal candidate for this job will have:
- a love for children
- appropriate qualifications, e.g. certificate or diploma in childcare, first aid certificate
- dependable, organised, self-motivated and responsible in taking initiative
- ability to be in peaceful authority over children and co-workers
- able and willing to build relationships with all stakeholders
- strong emotional intelligence (EQ) including patience, empathy and flexibility when dealing with a range of situations and people, especially children and parents
In return for your hard work, we offer:
- a fair salary and benefits package (incl. pension) related to a small independent school
- supportive work colleagues
- an extra week’s leave in October
- the opportunity to be involved at ground level in a transformational educational movement
To apply, please submit a 2-page CV, to ryno.vonw@thevineschool.org.za, by Friday 6 November 2026. Please do not call the school.
Note that the successful candidate must be prepared to spend time in January to attend training in the philosophy and practice of Ambleside Schools.
Should you not receive any communication from the school within one month of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
POPIA Disclaimer: In keeping with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), The Vine School will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information which will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you recognise and accept this disclaimer.”
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