School Governing Body (SGB) Vacancy 2026 | Pretoria, Gauteng
Brooklyn School, under the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Admissions Secretary. The vacancy is for a dynamic, organised and service-oriented individual to join the school’s administrative team from 1 December 2026.
The successful candidate will manage the school’s admissions processes in accordance with Gauteng Department of Education regulations and school policies. The role also involves providing administrative support and customer service to prospective and current parents, learners and staff through the management of the school front office.
Applicants must have relevant school administration experience and proficiency in the GDE Online Admissions System, D6 System and SA-SAMS. These skills are explicitly stated as non-negotiable.
Job Details
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| School | Brooklyn School |
| Department | Gauteng Department of Education |
| Position | Admissions Secretary |
| Employment Type | School Governing Body (SGB) vacancy |
| Location | 279 Murray Street, Brooklyn, Pretoria |
| Start Date | 1 December 2026 |
| Experience Required | At least 5 years in a school environment |
| Essential Systems | GDE Online Admissions System, D6 System and SA-SAMS |
| Application Method | Submit CV to the school |
| Closing Date | 30 October 2026 |
About the Position
Brooklyn School is seeking an experienced Admissions Secretary to support its admissions and administrative functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing admissions processes and ensuring that applications, registrations and related administrative activities are handled in line with GDE regulations and school policies.
The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, integrity and effective communication. The successful candidate will also serve as an important point of contact for prospective and current parents, learners and staff.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements and possess the skills specified in the vacancy notice.
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- GDE Grade 1 Admissions: Experience and skills in the GDE Admissions System.
- School Administration: Proficiency in the D6 System, including online applications and registrations, re-registrations and general administration.
- SA-SAMS: Working knowledge and skills in the SA-SAMS system.
- Experience: At least five years of experience in a school environment.
- Planning and Organisation: Strong planning and organisational abilities.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to manage admissions and administrative information accurately.
- Communication: Strong communication skills.
- Confidentiality and Integrity: Ability to handle sensitive school and learner information responsibly.
- Emotional Maturity: Professional judgement and maturity when dealing with parents, learners and staff.
Important: The school states that skills in the D6 System, SA-SAMS and the GDE Online Admissions System are non-negotiable.
Added Advantages
The following will be advantageous but are not listed as compulsory requirements:
- A First Aid Level 1 certificate.
- A bachelor’s degree.
Criminal Record
Applicants must have a clear criminal record. Police clearance is required.
Duties and Responsibilities
The vacancy notice describes the main purpose of the role but does not provide a detailed, itemised list of daily duties. Based on the responsibilities explicitly stated in the notice, the role includes the following areas.
Admissions Administration
- Manage the school’s admissions processes.
- Work in accordance with Gauteng Department of Education regulations and school policies.
- Use the GDE Online Admissions System to support admissions administration.
- Apply the required school admissions procedures accurately.
School Administration
- Use the D6 System for online applications, registrations, re-registrations and general administration.
- Use SA-SAMS as required for school administration.
- Maintain an organised and efficient administrative process.
Front Office and Customer Service
- Manage the school front office.
- Provide administrative support to prospective and current parents.
- Assist learners and staff with relevant administrative matters.
- Deliver professional and service-oriented customer support.
Confidentiality and Professional Conduct
- Handle administrative information with confidentiality and integrity.
- Communicate professionally with parents, learners and staff.
- Demonstrate emotional maturity and attention to detail in the performance of duties.
Note: The school has not supplied a separate detailed duty schedule. The responsibilities above are based on the role description in the vacancy notice.
Salary and Benefits
The vacancy notice does not specify the salary, benefits, working hours or other employment conditions. Applicants should contact Brooklyn School directly if they require further information about these details.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their CV to Brooklyn School.
Submission address:
Brooklyn School
279 Murray Street
Brooklyn, Pretoria
Gauteng, South Africa
The vacancy notice instructs applicants to submit their CV to the school. It does not specify an email application option or provide a separate online application link for this position.
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates:
- At least five years of experience in a school environment.
- Knowledge of the GDE Online Admissions System.
- Proficiency in the D6 System.
- Skills in SA-SAMS.
- Strong administrative, organisational and communication abilities.
Candidates should also be prepared to provide police clearance, as a clear criminal record is required.
Important Information for Applicants
- This is a School Governing Body (SGB) vacancy at Brooklyn School.
- The position is expected to commence on 1 December 2026.
- At least five years of experience in a school environment is required.
- Skills in the GDE Online Admissions System, D6 System and SA-SAMS are non-negotiable.
- A First Aid Level 1 certificate and a bachelor’s degree will be advantageous.
- Police clearance is required.
- Applicants who have not received feedback within two weeks of applying should consider their applications unsuccessful.
- The SGB reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.
School Contact Details
Brooklyn School
Postal Address: P.O. Box 35712, Menlo Park, 0102
Physical Application Address: 279 Murray Street, Brooklyn, Pretoria
Telephone: 012 460 3238 / 012 460 3239
Admissions Email: admissions@brooklynprimary.co.za
Finance Email: finance@brooklynprimary.co.za
Website: www.brooklynprimary.co.za
The vacancy notice directs applicants to submit their CV to the school’s physical address. The contact details above are included in the school letterhead.
Closing Date
30 October 2026
The successful candidate is expected to commence duties on 1 December 2026.
Applicants should ensure that their CVs are submitted before the closing date and that their experience with the required school administration systems is clearly indicated.
Vacancy Summary
Brooklyn School is recruiting an Admissions Secretary for an SGB vacancy in Brooklyn, Pretoria. The successful candidate will manage school admissions processes, provide administrative support and deliver customer service to parents, learners and staff. Applicants must have at least five years of school experience and proficiency in the GDE Online Admissions System, D6 System and SA-SAMS. A clear criminal record and police clearance are required.
Applications must be submitted to Brooklyn School at 279 Murray Street, Brooklyn, Pretoria, by 30 October 2026. The position is scheduled to begin on 1 December 2026.