St Peter’s Prep School is an independent, Anglican, Diocesan family of schools. We are known for our innovative approach to education and the warmth of our community. The school seeks staff who are committed to the profession and best practices, and who embrace a culture of continual growth and learning.
An opportunity exists for an exceptional Aftercare Manager to join the school from 1 January 2026.
Duties (not an exhaustive list)
- Planning and organising various child-based activities and snack requirements
- Budgeting and tracking, invoicing, and purchasing
- Accurate record keeping
- Management of all aftercare staff
- Act as school's liason with the parents
- Supervision of children's homework
- Ensuring the safety of the children by checking playground equipment and toys
- Ensuring the children play safely
- Co-ordinating and running the holiday programme
- Taking responsibility for maintaining a clean, tidy, and well-maintained facility
- Ensuring high standards in every aspect of the afternoon supervision
- Attending to children who are unwell or injured
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Matric
- Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in childcare
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Aftercare Manager
- Current First Aid Certificate would be an advantage
- Working hours will be from 09h30 – 18h00, Aftercare will run from approximately 13h00 – 18h00 each day. The rest of the time you will spend planning the aftercare programme and supporting the school and your Line Manager in an administrative capacity. Hours and expectations may differ slightly during school holidays.
Candidates should have the following attributes:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage staff and maintain standards.
- Self-motivated, organised and energetic
- Have a genuine love of children and patience
- Good administration and computer skills, particularly MS-Word and MS-Excel.
- A willingness to support and mentor and to be mentored.
- The intention to work according to the school’s ethos, specifications, and policies
- A willingness to work as part of a team
St Peter's Prep Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete a full criminal check, which must be maintained throughout the period of employment.
The appointment of candidates is at St Peter’s Prep Schools sole discretion, taking into account factors such as St Peter’s Prep Schools Employment Equity Policy. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. St Peter’s Prep Schools, in line with POPIA (the Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.