School Governing Body (SGB) Position | Earn R78,000–R90,000 Per Year
Port Shepstone Senior Primary School invites applications from suitable candidates for a School Assistant position appointed by the School Governing Body (SGB). The successful candidate will support the school’s tuckshop, uniform centre, staff kitchen and staffroom, while performing administrative and operational duties.
The school is looking for an honest, organised and responsible individual who is confident handling money, can work independently under pressure and requires minimal supervision. Applicants should also be tolerant and considerate towards young children, with their best interests at heart.
The position offers an annual salary of R78,000 to R90,000, to be negotiated with the successful candidate.
Job Details
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| School | Port Shepstone Senior Primary School |
| Position | School Assistant |
| Appointment Type | School Governing Body (SGB) |
| Location | Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Minimum Qualification | Matric Certificate |
| Salary | R78,000–R90,000 per annum |
| Salary Negotiation | To be negotiated with the successful candidate |
| Application Method | Hand-delivered applications only |
| Closing Date | Tuesday, 3 November 2026 |
| Closing Time | 12:00 noon |
About the Position
The School Assistant will contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of Port Shepstone Senior Primary School by managing and supporting several important school facilities.
The role includes responsibility for tuckshop operations, stock control, cash handling, sales, uniform stock management and general administrative duties. The successful candidate will also help maintain the staff kitchen and staffroom, ensuring that these facilities remain clean and organised.
This position requires a versatile individual who can balance financial responsibilities, administrative tasks and practical duties while maintaining a professional and caring attitude towards learners and staff.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Matric Certificate.
- Traceable references.
- No criminal record.
- A valid Police Clearance Certificate.
- Ability to work independently, under pressure and with minimal supervision.
- Confidence and accuracy when handling money.
- Strong organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills.
- Code 08 driver’s licence.
Added Advantage
- Internet banking experience, particularly with Pastel, will be an added advantage.
The vacancy notice specifies a Matric Certificate as the minimum qualification. Copies of relevant additional qualifications may be included with the application, but these are optional.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Tuckshop Management
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and smooth operation of the school tuckshop.
Duties include:
- Monitoring and controlling stock levels.
- Training and supervising tuckshop assistants.
- Handling daily cash transactions and balancing takings.
- Managing daily tuckshop operations.
- Ordering stock and pricing items.
- Assisting with food preparation.
- Ensuring the cleanliness, hygiene and proper maintenance of the tuckshop.
- Performing after-school and weekend tuckshop duties when required.
- Undertaking general tuckshop-related administrative duties.
2. Uniform Centre Management
The School Assistant will also support the operation of the school’s uniform centre.
Responsibilities include:
- Monitoring and controlling uniform stock.
- Managing daily sales and routine operations.
- Performing internet banking transactions and related duties.
- Maintaining accurate records.
- Undertaking general Uniform Centre administrative duties.
3. Staff Facilities and General Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to help maintain the school’s staff facilities.
Duties include:
- Organising and maintaining the staff kitchen.
- Ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of the staffroom.
- Performing other duties relating to the maintenance and organisation of staff facilities, as required.
Skills and Personal Attributes
The school is looking for a candidate who demonstrates the following qualities:
Financial responsibility: Confidence and accuracy when handling cash, processing transactions and balancing takings.
Organisation: Ability to manage stock, sales, records and administrative responsibilities efficiently.
Independence: Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
Honesty and integrity: Trustworthiness when handling school funds, stock and other responsibilities.
Interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate and work effectively with school staff, tuckshop assistants and other relevant people.
Care for learners: The school emphasises that the successful candidate must be tolerant and considerate towards young children and always have their best interests at heart.
Salary and Remuneration
The advertised salary is:
- Minimum: R78,000 per annum.
- Maximum: R90,000 per annum.
The salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
The vacancy notice does not specify additional benefits or other remuneration arrangements.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications by hand delivery only. The school explicitly states that faxed and emailed copies will not be accepted.
Application Address
The Principal
Port Shepstone Senior Primary School
Clearly mark the application:
SCHOOL ASSISTANT VACANCY
Applications must be lodged at reception between 08:00 and 14:30, Monday to Friday.
Documents to Submit
Applicants must submit the following:
- A curriculum vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of their identity document (ID).
- Certified copies of relevant qualifications, if applicable.
- Traceable references.
- A valid Police Clearance Certificate.
Ensure that all required documents are included and that the application is clearly marked with the correct vacancy title.
Important Information for Applicants
- This is a School Governing Body appointment.
- Matric is the minimum qualification.
- A valid Police Clearance Certificate is required.
- Internet banking experience, particularly with Pastel, is advantageous.
- The salary is R78,000–R90,000 per annum and is negotiable.
- Only hand-delivered applications will be accepted; faxed and emailed applications are not accepted.
- Applications must be submitted at reception between 08:00 and 14:30, Monday to Friday.
- The School Governing Body reserves the right not to fill the position.
- Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closing Date
Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.
Applicants should ensure that their applications reach the school before the deadline and follow the specified hand-delivery procedure.
Vacancy Summary
Port Shepstone Senior Primary School is recruiting a School Assistant to support its tuckshop, uniform centre, staff kitchen and staffroom. Applicants must have Matric, traceable references, a clear criminal record, a valid Police Clearance Certificate and a Code 08 driver’s licence. Confidence in handling money and strong organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills are required.
The advertised salary is R78,000–R90,000 per annum, negotiable with the successful candidate. Applications must be hand-delivered to the Principal at Port Shepstone Senior Primary School, clearly marked “School Assistant Vacancy,” by 3 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.