Temp Receptionist (Part-Time)– Curro Barlow Park High School – Sandton

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Temp Receptionist (Part-Time) Job at Curro Barlow Park High School – Sandton | Apply Before 10 July 2026

Are you looking for a part-time receptionist job in Sandton? Curro, South Africa’s leading independent school network, is recruiting a Temporary Receptionist (Part-Time) for Curro Barlow Park High School. If you have excellent communication, administration, and customer service skills, this could be the ideal opportunity to join a respected education provider.

Position Details

  • Job Title: Temp Receptionist (Part-Time)
  • Employer: Curro
  • School: Curro Barlow Park High School
  • Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Employment Type: Temporary / Contract (Part-Time)
  • Reference Number: 28429
  • Start Date: July 2026
  • Closing Date: 10 July 2026

About Curro

Curro is one of South Africa’s largest independent education providers, operating schools across the country from early childhood development through Grade 12. The organisation is known for delivering quality education through innovative teaching, strong values, and learner-centred learning environments.

Working at Curro means becoming part of a professional team committed to educational excellence, outstanding customer service, and continuous growth.

Job Purpose

The Temp Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for parents, learners, visitors, and staff. The successful candidate will ensure that the reception area operates efficiently while providing friendly, professional, and confidential administrative support.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Welcoming parents, visitors, suppliers, and learners.
  • Managing the school’s reception desk.
  • Answering, screening, and transferring incoming telephone calls.
  • Taking accurate messages and forwarding them promptly.
  • Assisting parents and visitors with general enquiries.
  • Directing visitors to the correct staff members or departments.
  • Providing administrative and clerical support.
  • Maintaining visitor registers and reception records.
  • Assisting with filing, photocopying, scanning, and document management.
  • Supporting school administration during busy periods.
  • Maintaining confidentiality of school information.
  • Ensuring the reception area remains clean, organised, and professional.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • Relevant receptionist, front desk, or administrative experience.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to operate a switchboard and multi-line telephone system.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and general office systems).
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Ability to multitask under pressure.
  • Professional appearance and positive attitude.
  • A clear criminal record.

Advantageous Requirements

The following will strengthen your application:

  • Previous experience in a school or higher education environment.
  • Knowledge of school administration processes.
  • Ability to communicate in additional South African languages.
  • Experience working with diverse communities.

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

  • Excellent telephone etiquette.
  • Strong administrative abilities.
  • Professional customer service.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Reliability and punctuality.
  • Emotional maturity and stress tolerance.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Confidentiality and integrity.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits of Working at Curro

Although this is a temporary contract position, employees gain valuable experience working with one of South Africa’s most recognised private education groups.

Benefits include:

  • Professional working environment.
  • Valuable education sector experience.
  • Opportunity to develop administration and customer service skills.
  • Exposure to modern school operations.
  • Networking opportunities within the Curro Group.

Application Documents

Prepare the following before applying:

  • Updated comprehensive CV.
  • Certified copies of qualifications.
  • SACE registration certificate (if applicable).
  • Supporting documents requested during the online application.

Selection Process

Shortlisted applicants may be invited for:

  • Reception or administrative competency assessments.
  • Interviews.
  • Criminal record verification.
  • Reference checks.

Important Notes

  • Preference will be given to Employment Equity (EE) candidates.
  • Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements should apply.
  • Applicants who repeatedly apply for positions they do not qualify for may be blocked from the recruitment system for 30 days.
  • Due to the large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • If you have not received feedback within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
  • Curro reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Closing Date: 10 July 2026

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