Location: Tyger Valley, Cape Town, Western Cape
Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Position Type: Temporary Part-Time Contract

Overview

Curro is looking for a friendly, organised, and professional Temporary Receptionist to join Rosen Castle Tyger Valley. This opportunity is ideal for someone with excellent customer service and administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced school environment.

The successful candidate will serve as the first point of contact for parents, learners, visitors, and staff while providing efficient reception and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

– Welcome visitors, parents, learners, and staff in a professional and friendly manner.

– Answer incoming telephone calls, screen calls, and direct them to the appropriate departments.

– Take and relay messages accurately and promptly.

– Respond to general enquiries from parents, learners, and visitors.

– Direct visitors to the correct offices or departments.

– Provide general reception, administrative, and clerical support.

– Operate the school’s switchboard efficiently.

– Assist with daily front office administration and filing.

– Maintain a professional and welcoming reception area at all times.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant experience in a receptionist or administrative role.
• Experience in a customer service environment.
• Ability to operate a switchboard.
• Experience within an educational environment will be an advantage.
• Additional language proficiency will be beneficial.
• Clear criminal record.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse team.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality.

Why Join Curro?

• Become part of one of South Africa’s leading independent school groups.
• Gain valuable experience in a professional educational environment.
• Work with a supportive and collaborative team.
• Develop your administrative and customer service skills in a dynamic workplace.

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