Professional Assistant to the Head of Junior Preparatory

Professional Assistant to the Head of Junior Preparatory

We have a vacancy for :

Professional Assistant to the Head of Junior Preparatory

COMMENCEMENT : 1 November 2025

The Ridge School is looking for a dynamic, passionate, energetic, smart thinker who is drawn to strategic thinking and will approach their responsibilities wholeheartedly to effectively support the Head of the Junior Preparatory. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and organisational support, ensuring the smooth functioning of the Head of Junior Preparatory’s office by managing schedules, communication and logistics, whilst serving as a key liaison between the Head of Junior Prep and various stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be required to :

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Interact with a variety of stakeholders, parents, children, staff and other educational representatives within and outside of The Ridge School.
• Possess excellent organisational skills, creativity, self-motivation and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment whilst upholding standards of excellence.
• Work in a team based environment that prioritises collaboration with our community.
• Work after hours and weekends’ when necessary, and be willing to attend meetings and functions when required.
• Manage the Headmaster’s diary, travel arrangement and general administration.
• Demonstrate excellent screening skills and the ability to generate responses.
• Demonstrate excellent writing, communication and research skills.
• Demonstrate advanced skills in the MS Office package offerings.
• Possess excellent filing and minute taking abilities.
• Uphold the ethos and traditions of the school.

Reporting Line

Entry Level Requirements :

Academic Requirements :

Previous Experience

Information Technology : Knowledge and Skills

THE RIDGE SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The school reserves the right not to make an appointment and an application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from The Ridge School within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful in your application.

The Ridge School, in line with POPIA (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 recognizing and accepting this disclaimer.

Consideration will be given to the Employment Equity Policy and Plan of The Ridge School when making the appointment.

At The Ridge School, we are committed to proactive safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children. All staff and volunteers who have access to children will be vetted in accordance with The Ridge School’s Safeguarding Policy.

Closing Date

10 / 10 / 2025

26 Woolston Rd, Westcliff, Johannesburg, 2193, South Africa

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