Primary School Scholar Supervisor Temporary – SPARK Blue Downs – 2026
SPARK Schools is looking for a Lunch & Aftercare Supervisor to join our Western Cape team at SPARK Blue Downs. This role focuses on supervising lunch, break, and aftercare to support student achievement, health, safety, and engaging learning experiences.
Quick Info
Location: SPARK Blue Downs, Western Cape, South Africa (Head Office/Support Office: Western Cape Region)
Position Type: Temporary
Reporting Line: Reports To: School Operations Coordinator
Closing Date: Not specified in the posting
About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor leading change in education across Africa with affordable private schools. It delivers transformational education through Africa’s first blended learning model, combining classroom teaching and online instruction to personalise learning while keeping costs affordable. The culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and tech-enabled, built for people who want to help South Africa lead global education. Learn more about the company on the About SPARK Schools page and watch our Vision Video.
The SPARK team values service, persistence, achievement, responsibility, and kindness. We are a high-growth, values-driven organisation with 21 primary schools and 5 high schools, serving over 16,000 families. Our work environment is vibrant, dynamic, engaging, tech-enabled, and data-driven. If you want to contribute to a mission and grow with a purpose-led organisation, you may be a great fit.
Purpose of Role
The Supervisor oversees student culture and safety during lunch, break, and aftercare. They ensure healthy eating, manage activities, and maintain a constructive atmosphere that supports learning and wellbeing for scholars.
Key Responsibilities
Supervision & Safety
- Supervise lunch and break periods during the instructional day.
- Enforce SPARK’s healthy food scheme by checking scholar lunches.
- Maintain safety and follow network procedures for dismissal and late pick-up during aftercare.
Aftercare Programming
- Supervise a class during aftercare, including homework support if needed and structured activities.
- Plan engaging enrichment experiences for the longer aftercare session on Monday afternoons.
- Ensure resources are used responsibly and effectively.
Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate professionally with parents and line managers about incidents or concerns during aftercare.
- Collaborate with school leaders and staff as required.
Administrative & Other Duties
- Assist with ad hoc tasks, such as facilitating in the Learning Lab, covering for absent staff, or setting up for events.
- Participate in staff development and uphold professional conduct at SPARK events and with stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Grade 12 certificate
- Clear criminal record
- Currently studying towards a First Year B.Ed is preferred
Experience
- English language fluency
- Previous experience managing or working with primary school-aged children
Competencies
- Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility, Kindness
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Remuneration & Benefits
- Salary: R6,489.00 CTC per month
- Performance-based annual bonuses and above-average annual increases
- Annual leave and life, disability, and funeral cover
- Employee wellness support and study leave
- Individualised professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities
- Employee discount on school fees
Application Process
How to Apply: Please submit your application through the SPARK Schools Official Careers Portal. You can start your journey by visiting the SPARK Careers pages on the website.
Legal & Equality Statement
SPARK Schools is an equal opportunities employer. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity goals and targets. SPARK Schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
