Job Description

Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Aftercare Supervisor to join its Aftercare programme! This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.

About the Role

We are looking for an Aftercare Supervisor for grades 000 to grade 4. Aftercare Supervisors oversee and additionally support the running of the after-school programme during school term (~4-5 hours/day) as well during school holidays (~8 hours/day).

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Take initiative and act decisively
• Take responsibility for the care and safety of our children
• Conduct diligent and responsible monitoring of all students at the aftercare
• Coordinate and manage the aftercare assistants
• Plan daily activities for the children according to our educational philosophy
• Liaise with parents
• Administer First Aid when needed
• Manage attendance records of learners
• Liaise with Finance to coordinate correct billing of parents
• Keep an accurate record of billing and operational expenses
• Participate in the relevant professional development
• Manage behaviour of learners according to our philosophy of culture and behaviour
• Help to maintain a neat and organised Aftercare area
• Attend School functions
• Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times
• Address routine problems which may occur with the children
• Report to Dean or School Leader any more serious problems which may occur with the children
• Participate in dismissal procedures at the end of aftercare, ensuring that each child leaves with the appropriate adult
• Support dismissal procedures at the end of the school day, ensuring that each child is appropriately signed into after school care.
• Ensure a professional, friendly and cordial relationship with both learners and parents.
• Work with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere.
• Participate in Open Days
• Participate in recommended training programs, conferences, courses, and other aspects of professional growth, maintaining current knowledge of early childhood practice
• Outside of aftercare hours, perform administrative duties in support of school and School Leader
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the School Leader according to the schoolxe2x80x99s needs
• Plan for, and execute holiday care programmes for the school holidays.
• Coordinate Before Care supervision.
• Work with the Dean of Ops to ensure all necessary equipment and resources are procured.
• Working hours, to be confirmed by your Manager, will be 10 am-6:30 pm. Aftercare will run from approximately 2:30-6:30 pm each day. The rest of your time will be spent planning the aftercare programme and supporting the school and School Leader in an administrative capacity. Hours and expectations may differ slightly during school holidays. During school holidays, working hours will be extended - cover from 6:30 am - 6:30 pm will be shared by the aftercare team in accordance with the BCEA.

About You

Skills and Qualifications required:

• ECD Certificate / Currently studying towards Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in Education or Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Advantageous
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English
• You love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every student
• You have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teach
• You have an understanding of and passion for student-centered learning
• You are a team player and you enjoy group problem solving
• You are adept at using technology

How to Apply:

Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you? If so, then apply now!

To apply, please complete the form on the right-hand side of this page. We cannot process applications that are emailed to us.

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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews.

Working at Nova Pioneer

Nova Pioneer is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Nova Pioneer is a place where our people experience tremendous growth, fast! We invest heavily in the growth of our people because it leads to greater mastery in both us and our students. xe2x80x9cNovaneersxe2x80x9d work harder and work longer hours than most schools but as a result, the growth they experience is extraordinary. We offer consistent and ongoing personal development and provide clear career pathways that ensure that our people are always achieving their personal and professional best. Nova Pioneer has a highly energetic, entrepreneurial environment where our people get to bring their creative and innovative ideas to life. We look for people who are flexible and who are able to adapt and respond quickly to adversity with a positive, can-do attitude (there are no problems, only solutions!). We welcome challenges and roll with the punches because it makes us, and our students, better. There is no problem too big for us! We work hard but we also have a lot of fun together. We bring infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning. Read more about our culture principles .

Please Note:

• Nova Pioneer may appoint and/or expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.
• If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advertisement please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Nova Pioneer, in line with the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measurements will be in place to protect personal information but it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes. By submitting your application with Nova Pioneer, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

Nova Pioneer will never request an application fee from candidates. If you are contacted with a request to pay a fee from someone claiming to be a Nova Pioneer Talent or Recruitment representative, please do not pay them and report it to us immediately on or .

Nova Pioneer will never request an application fee from candidates. If you are contacted with a request to pay a fee from someone claiming to be a Nova Pioneer Talent or Recruitment representative, please do not pay them and report it to us immediately on or .

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