SPARK Primary School Vacancies – Gauteng – 18 September 2026

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Primary School Education Program Lead – SPARK Theresa Park – 2026

SPARK 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 Africa’s 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 has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools’ vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 15,500 families in 2026. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Principal

Purpose of Role:

The Education Program Lead drives student achievement and educational excellence across SPARK Schools by leading the design, implementation, and monitoring of a future-focused, inclusive, and data-informed curriculum and assessment model. This role is pivotal in aligning instruction to national standards while integrating project-based learning, character education, technology, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Responsibilities:

Curriculum Leadership and Design

• Design and oversee an inclusive, interdisciplinary, and future-fit curriculum that incorporates project-based learning, SDG-related themes, and 21st-century competencies.
• Ensure alignment with national frameworks (CAPS)  and SPARK’s instructional models (e.g., blended and personalised learning).
• Create subject integration maps and pacing guides, and lead the development of instructional content for the online LMS.
• Design character-based learning resources that develop SPARK values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness.
• Coordinate moderation plans and teacher resources that promote consistent instructional quality.

Assessment Strategy & Quality

• Lead a cohesive assessment framework (diagnostic, formative, summative, benchmark) aligned to curriculum goals.
• Develop, curate, and moderate internal and external assessments; monitor implementation and marking fidelity.
• Facilitate data-driven instruction by training staff to analyse student data for continuous improvement.
• Integrate online and classroom-based assessment data for a holistic view of scholar progress.

Capacity Building & Support

• Coach school leaders, instructional coaches, and teachers on curriculum design, pedagogy, and assessment literacy.
• Facilitate PD sessions based on curriculum gaps and observed teaching practices.
• Guide teachers in using technology tools and online platforms for personalised and collaborative learning.
• Conduct regular site visits, lesson observations, and book checks to support fidelity and improvement.

Data Informed Improvement

• Analyse academic data to identify trends, close learning gaps, and inform strategic planning.
• Lead termly and annual curriculum reviews and assessment audits across schools.
• Generate internal assessment schedules and reporting templates for performance tracking.

Innovation & Research

• Stay up-to-date on global trends in curriculum, educational technology, and competency-based learning.
• Pilot and evaluate STEAM, coding, SDG-aligned themes, and project-based learning innovations.
• Source and recommend innovative resources and interventions that promote academic equity.

Compliance and Academic Governance

• Represent SPARK in district, provincial, and national compliance forums (e.g. DBE, GDE, WCED, ISASA, UMALUSI).
• Support academic submissions (SA-SAMS, CEMIS, Valistractor) and ensure correct statutory documentation.
• Identify and escalate academic compliance risks while maintaining a positive relationship with education authorities.
• To engage and maintain relations with external stakeholders within the Education sphere i.e DOE, DBE, GDE, WCED, Districts, ISASA, UMALUSI, etc 
• To attend district meetings and maintain a healthy relationships with subject advisors, academic compliance manager and other academic compliance officials in the DOE, DBE, GDE, WCED, Districts, ISASA, UMALUSI, etc 
• Attend academic compliance meetings hosted by Umalusi, Isaasa or any other education governing body. 
• To uphold, maintain and appropriately store all statutory documents and records related to school compliance.
• To identify, investigate and correct any potential compliance risks associated with the operations of our school.
• Escalating risks relating to academic compliance

Daily Responsibilities (Schools Based Context)

• Collaborate with school leadership to monitor the daily implementation of curriculum plans and assessments.
• Conduct classroom walkthroughs or lesson observations to support instructional alignment and provide real-time feedback to educators.
• Meet with grade or subject leads to review learner data, plan interventions, and adjust instructional pacing.
• Provide coaching or support to teachers on curriculum delivery, differentiation, and assessment practices.
• Review and moderate learner workbooks, assessments, and portfolios for quality and consistency.
• Support the planning and execution of daily assessment schedules (e.g., quizzes, SBAs, or internal tests).
• Monitor the fidelity of lesson planning and shared instructional materials on platforms (e.g., Google Classroom, LMS).
• Engage with scholars to understand learning experiences and curriculum impact through surveys, focus groups, or learner voice activities.
• Attend school team huddles, instructional planning meetings, or data debriefs.
• Ensure curriculum boards, subject displays, and resource areas reflect current curriculum focus and learning objectives.

Requirements

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Honours or Master’s in Education preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience coaching educators and supporting school-based instructional leadership.
• Experience in curriculum design, assessment strategy, and data analysis.
• Exposure to digital platforms, blended learning, and educational technologies.
• Strong understanding of the South African education context and compliance requirements.

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 individualised professional development, support and mentorship.
• Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

SPARK values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility and Kindness

Benefits

SPARK 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: R26,724.00 ctc p/m

Locations: Johannesburg Region

• SPARK Theresa Park

Position Type: Permanent

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s 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.

Click here to apply

Primary School – Acting School Operations Coordinator – SPARK Silver Lakes -2026

SPARK 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 provide transformational education innovation through Africa’s 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 has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools’ vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 15,500 families. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Principal

Purpose of Role:

The School Operations Coordinator drives student achievement in the SPARK Schools network by ensuring that the school operates smoothly, efficiently, and to a consistent standard of excellence. The School Operations Coordinator is integral to the SPARK Schools “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

1. Scholar Safety & Supervision

• Oversee scholar arrivals and dismissals to ensure smooth traffic flow and safety procedures.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols in all school spaces, including classrooms, playgrounds, and common areas.
• Ensure compliance with child protection and safeguarding policies.

2. Scholar Transitions & Space Management

• Coordinate and oversee scholar movement across school spaces (e.g., transitions between classrooms, lunch, and extracurricular activities).
• Ensure a structured and efficient process for maintaining order during transitions.
• Support teachers and staff in managing structured transitions that minimise lost learning time.

3. Asset & Facilities Management

• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of school assets, including furniture, IT equipment, and learning materials.
• Ensure school facilities are well-maintained and escalate maintenance concerns to relevant teams.
• Oversee the proper use and upkeep of hardware in Learning Labs.

4. Customer Relations & Parent Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents regarding operational matters.
• Address parent concerns related to school logistics, safety, and aftercare.
• Ensure a high standard of customer service by training and guiding front-office staff end-to-end from enrolment.

5. Aftercare Program Oversight

• Manage the aftercare program, ensuring scholar safety and engagement in structured activities.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and logistics to ensure a high-quality aftercare experience.
• Monitor scholar participation and address any operational concerns.

6. Procurement & Resource Management

• Handle procurement of school supplies and ensure cost-effective spending.
• Work with finance teams to track spending and align with the school’s budget.
• Ensure timely ordering and distribution of materials for both academic and operational needs.

7. Management of School-Based Operations Team

• Directly manage Supervisors during lunch and break and aftercare to ensure structured play and scholar safety
• Provide professional development to enhance the operational team’s effectiveness.

8. Scholar Transportation Management

Qualifications and Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria:

• English language fluency
• Police clearance certificate
• Completed or in the final year of a 3 or 4 year degree with current proof of registration
• First aid training (advantageous)
• Experience in operations, administration, procurement, project management, or facilities management (advantageous)
• Experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.
• Preferred: Previous experience leading a team.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria:

• English language fluency
• Police clearance certificate
• Grade 12 certificate
• Completed or in the final year of a 3 or 4 year degree with current proof of registration
• First aid training (advantageous)

Experience

• Required: Experience in operations, administration, procurement, project management, or facilities management.
• Required: Experience and practice with labour laws.
• Required: Experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.
• Preferred: Previous experience leading a team.

Competencies

• Customer orientation
• Analysis/problem solving
• Quick thinking/learning
• Team work
• Communication

Qualities

• Grit: Persistence through challenges.
• Excellence: A track record of high expectations personally and professionally.
• Mission and Vision Alignment: Understanding of and passion for the SPARK Schools mission to provide excellent education at an affordable cost.
• Self Reflection: Finding the capacity to bring your best self to challenges and opportunities

Benefits

SPARK 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: R16,000.00 CTC P/M

Position Type: Temporary

Location: Pretoria/Tshwane Region

• SPARK Silver Lakes

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s 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.

Click here to apply

Primary School English Teacher (FP) Temporary – SPARK Soweto – 2026

SPARK 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 Africa’s 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 15 500 families. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools Foundation Phase English teachers drive student achievement by maintaining high expectations for classroom culture, behaviour, and academic growth for all students.

SPARK Schools Foundation Phase English teachers are Foundation Phase specialists, who receive on-going professional development customised for their past experience and individual needs.

The Foundation Phase English Teachers are integral to the SPARK Schools’ “culture” and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Responsibilities:

● Plan for and be prepared to deliver lessons to students

● Provide instruction in a variety of subjects and reach students with engaging lesson plans and resources.

● Collaborate with grade level and content area partners to develop rigorous, engaging learning experiences and to create

individualised behaviour and learning plans for all students in class face to face or online.

● Lead weekly SEL (Social Emotional Learning) circles and implement SPARK Schools Social Emotional Learning curriculum.

● Use SPARK culture and implement behaviour management strategies.

● Administer weekly and termly assessments to track student progress and analyse the data for student growth.

● SPARK Educators should have a core focus on student achievement and should drive all scholars to meet the required

proficiency ratings.

● Submit student results data when required.

● Attend pre-service professional development before the school year begins and attend weekly professional development and

any other training interventions.

● Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.

● Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.

● Nurture a high achieving work environment where all students feel genuinely valued and supported.

● Attend Saturday events and parent community meetings.

● Implement strategies implemented by the Crisis Management team.

● Adhere to the child protection, anti-bullying and health and safety policy.

● Promote the vision and mission of SPARK Schools to staff, scholars, families, and the greater community.

Requirements

Qualifications and Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

● B.Ed. degree or PGCE. Foundation Phase. Recently qualified teachers are encouraged to apply!

● Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).

● SAQA accreditation for non-South African equivalent qualifications

● English language fluency.

● A clear criminal record

Experience:

● Recently qualified teachers or teachers with experience are encouraged to apply!

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 individualised professional development, support and mentorship.

● Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

Benefits

SPARK 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: R20,808.00 per month cost to company

Position Type: Temporary

Locations: Johannesburg Region

• SPARK Soweto

SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.

SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s Employment Equity goals and targets.

Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

Click here to apply

Primary School Teacher General (IP) Temp – Junior – SPARK Rosslyn Hub – 2026

SPARK 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 Africa’s 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 has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools’ vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 16,000 families. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools Junior Teachers are emerging educators who support academic excellence by facilitating small group instruction, reinforcing content mastery, and contributing to behaviour and classroom routines. They play an active role in scholar growth while continuing to develop the expertise needed to take full ownership of a class.

Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery

• Independently plan and deliver all academic lessons both in-person and distance learning.
• Facilitate academic, clubs, and enrichment lessons aligned to the curriculum and SPARK’s pedagogical standards.
• Participate in place-based education and implement SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment activities.
• Teaching through Project Based Learning 
• Personalising teaching through data driven decisions
• Differentiated instruction driven by technology
• Facilitate coding and robotics lessons

Collaboration & Planning

• Assist with marking and data tracking of subjects’ assessments and exams.
• Design and implement high-quality Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) in collaboration with a otherteacher for group facilitation.
• Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching.
• Observe lessons as part of professional development to gain best practice
• Participate in school activities and events

Scholar Progress Monitoring

• Track scholar’s academic performance.
• Submit and analyse scholar data to monitor growth and implement data-driven interventions under the supervision of the mentor teacher
• Monitor scholar progress in the Innovation HUB (online program engagement)
• Involvement in intervention programs- Saturday School, Holiday School, extra classes, etc

Character Development & Culture Building

• Engage with CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and uphold CQ standards.
• Uphold and promote SPARK’s behaviour management strategies and cultural values.
• Partake in school events and activities that promote CQ and SPARK culture
• Promote an inclusive school environment that drive diversity, equity and inclusion

Professionalism & Stakeholder Management

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and stakeholders.
• Maintain professionalism at all SPARK Schools events and engagements.
• Attend Saturday school events, parent meetings, and other required activities.
• Promote and model SPARK Schools’ vision, mission, and values.

Compliance & Safety

• Adhere to policies related to crisis management, child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety.
• Implement directives from the Crisis Management Team.
• Participate fully in operational processes and procedures
• Submit scholar data and records as required.

Requirements

Qualifications and Criteria:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

● B.Ed. degree or PGCE. Intermediate Phase. Recently qualified teachers

are encouraged to apply!

● Certification through the South African Council of Educators (SACE).

● SAQA accreditation for non-South African equivalent qualifications

● English language fluency.

● A clear/clean criminal record

Experience:

● Recently qualified teachers or teachers with experience are encouraged to apply!

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 individualised professional development, support and mentorship.

● Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

Benefits

SPARK 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

Remuneration: R15,500.00pm cost to company

Position Type: Temporary

Location: Pretoria/Tshwane Region, Gauteng

• SPARK Rosslyn Hub

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s 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.

Click here to apply

Primary School Teacher Assistant Temporary – Johannesburg Region – 2026

SPARK 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 Africa’s 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 and 5 high schools and serving over 16,000 families. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools Assistant Teachers are developing educators who co-plan and co-teach lessons under the guidance of a mentor teacher. They support scholar achievement by contributing to a positive classroom environment and practising instructional delivery, while building content knowledge and pedagogical skills aligned to SPARK’s academic and cultural model.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery 

• Co-plan and co-teach both in-person and distance learning lessons. 
• Lead and facilitate intervention and acceleration sessions 
• Plan and teach select lessons for practice and feedback. 
• Support assessments and grade small tasks or homework. 
• Facilitate academic, clubs, and enrichment lessons aligned to the curriculum and SPARK’s pedagogical standards. 
• Participate in place-based education and implement SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment activities. 
• Teaching through Project Based Learning 
• Personalising teaching through data driven decisions 

• Differentiated instruction driven by technology 
• Facilitate coding and robotics lessons 

Collaboration & Planning 

• Assist with marking and data tracking of subjects’ assessments and exams. 

• Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching. 
• Teacher admin assistance and support 

Scholar Progress Monitoring 

• Track scholar’s academic performance and ensure Personalised Learning Plans are on track

• Submit and analyse scholar data to monitor growth and implement data-driven interventions under the supervision of the mentor teacher 
• Monitor scholar progress in the Innovation HUB (online program engagement) 
• Actively assist students on all computer programs and ensure that the educational software used in the lab effectively meets the needs of students. 
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators to create personalised learning plans for students. 
• Report all damages to hardware to the and fill out relevant incident reports if needed. 
• Hold individualised intervention sessions for scholars who need extra support in subjects

Achievement enrichment school program 

• Facilitate in supervising scholars during the after school program, ensuring play, and structured activities. 
• Ensure all after school program resources are used responsibly and effectively. 

Character Development & Culture Building 

• Engage with CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and uphold CQ standards. 
• Uphold and promote SPARK’s behaviour management strategies and cultural values.
• Promote an inclusive school environment that drive diversity, equity and inclusion
• Partake in school events and activities that promote CQ and SPARK culture 

Professionalism & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and stakeholders. 
• Maintain professionalism at all SPARK Schools events and engagements. 
• Attend Saturday school events, parent meetings, and other required activities. 
• Promote and model SPARK Schools’ vision, mission, and values. 

Compliance & safety

• Adhere to policies related to crisis management, child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety. 
• Implement directives from the Crisis Management Team. 
• Participate fully in operational processes and procedures 
• Provide support during transitions, lunch, break, and other non-instructional times
• Provide administrative support for both instructional and operational aspects. 
• Submit scholar data and records as required.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• English language fluency.
• Police clearance certificate.
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Studying part­-time towards a B.Ed. or PGCE in the Intermediate or Senior Phase (3rd or 4th Year), with a view to becoming a qualified teacher.
• Provisional SACE registration

Experience:

• Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new technology.

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 individualised professional development, support and mentorship.
• Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees

to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility and Kindness (SPARK)

Benefits

SPARK 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: Market Related

Position Type: Temporary

Location: Johannesburg Region

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s 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.

Click here to apply

Primary School Teacher Assistant Temporary – Pretoria/Tshwane Region – 2026

SPARK 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 Africa’s 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 and 5 high schools and serving over 16,000 families. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal

Purpose of Role:

SPARK Schools Assistant Teachers are developing educators who co-plan and co-teach lessons under the guidance of a mentor teacher. They support scholar achievement by contributing to a positive classroom environment and practising instructional delivery, while building content knowledge and pedagogical skills aligned to SPARK’s academic and cultural model.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery 

• Co-plan and co-teach both in-person and distance learning lessons. 
• Lead and facilitate intervention and acceleration sessions 
• Plan and teach select lessons for practice and feedback. 
• Support assessments and grade small tasks or homework. 
• Facilitate academic, clubs, and enrichment lessons aligned to the curriculum and SPARK’s pedagogical standards. 
• Participate in place-based education and implement SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment activities. 
• Teaching through Project Based Learning 
• Personalising teaching through data driven decisions 

• Differentiated instruction driven by technology 
• Facilitate coding and robotics lessons 

Collaboration & Planning 

• Assist with marking and data tracking of subjects’ assessments and exams. 

• Participate in professional development, mentorship, check-ins and feedback sessions and ongoing instructional coaching. 
• Teacher admin assistance and support 

Scholar Progress Monitoring 

• Track scholar’s academic performance and ensure Personalised Learning Plans are on track

• Submit and analyse scholar data to monitor growth and implement data-driven interventions under the supervision of the mentor teacher 
• Monitor scholar progress in the Innovation HUB (online program engagement) 
• Actively assist students on all computer programs and ensure that the educational software used in the lab effectively meets the needs of students. 
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators to create personalised learning plans for students. 
• Report all damages to hardware to the and fill out relevant incident reports if needed. 
• Hold individualised intervention sessions for scholars who need extra support in subjects

Achievement enrichment school program 

• Facilitate in supervising scholars during the after school program, ensuring play, and structured activities. 
• Ensure all after school program resources are used responsibly and effectively. 

Character Development & Culture Building 

• Engage with CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and uphold CQ standards. 
• Uphold and promote SPARK’s behaviour management strategies and cultural values.
• Promote an inclusive school environment that drive diversity, equity and inclusion
• Partake in school events and activities that promote CQ and SPARK culture 

Professionalism & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and stakeholders. 
• Maintain professionalism at all SPARK Schools events and engagements. 
• Attend Saturday school events, parent meetings, and other required activities. 
• Promote and model SPARK Schools’ vision, mission, and values. 

Compliance & safety

• Adhere to policies related to crisis management, child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety. 
• Implement directives from the Crisis Management Team. 
• Participate fully in operational processes and procedures 
• Provide support during transitions, lunch, break, and other non-instructional times
• Provide administrative support for both instructional and operational aspects. 
• Submit scholar data and records as required.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• English language fluency.
• Police clearance certificate.
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Studying part­-time towards a B.Ed. or PGCE in the Intermediate or Senior Phase (3rd or 4th Year), with a view to becoming a qualified teacher.
• Provisional SACE registration

Experience:

• Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new technology.

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 individualised professional development, support and mentorship.
• Ability, Desire and Passion to deliver high quality transformational education at affordable fees

to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility and Kindness (SPARK)

Benefits

SPARK 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: Market Related

Position Type: Temporary

Location: Pretoria/Tshwane Region

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s 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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