One of the most prominent groups of independent South African schools, Curro Holdings, has partnered with the YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme to create new prospects for young South Africans. The company has a vacancy for a YES Programme Candidate (part-time) to be based at Curro Uitzicht in Sonstraal Heights, whose work will start in March 2026. This opportunity falls under vacancy number 27328 and is intended for young people who are currently unemployed to gain experience in an exciting school employment setting.
One of the few primary and secondary schools in the Curro Uitzicht network, is a school which is dedicated to offering excellent education and caring for the community. Quality learning and holistic school community involvement is the school’s commitment. Being selected for an internship with the education department will make you a very desirable job candidate, in the future. This position is a stipend based position and will run for 12 months. This will leave you with an experience that a lot of people don’t have and will help you more than most others in the workforce.
Curro Holdings is an equal-opportunity employer and advocates for Employment Equity (EE). Applicable candidates with EE status will, therefore, be given preference, in line with the company’s transformational objectives. This shows Curro’s commitment to the South African youth by providing meaningful employment opportunities and improving diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Role Overview
There is an opening for an Intern at Curro Uitzicht, under the YES Programme. While specific key performance areas will be determined by the school’s operational requirements, interns will most likely perform functions that provide general support to daily school activities. This could be in helping teachers, providing administrative support, supervising learners, or supporting some of the extra-mural and academic support activities, aligned to the school’s needs, and the interests and qualifications of the intern.
The role is intended to provide exposure to interns to a professional school setting and to promote collaboration and the development of a strong work culture. Interns are required to be committed, reliable, and enthusiastic, to demonstrate a desire to learn, and to embody the ethos and standards of Curro.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
Applicants need to meet certain qualifying criteria as per YES Programme guidelines. All candidates need to be South African citizens, aged between 18 to 34 years, and must have been unemployed before. A matric certificate is a baseline requirement. Applicants with a qualification in Education will be at a considerable advantage, especially if they intend to work in a classroom or with learners.
It will be easier to attend work and be on time if you live or stay near Curro Uitzicht in Sonstraal Heights during the 12 months of your contract. Successful candidates must be enthusiastic, have excellent communication, and must be able to demonstrate the ability to step up and take on additional responsibilities in a workplace environment. Although there is no prior work experience required, a high level of commitment and professionalism is required.
Stipend and Contract Details
Participants will receive a monthly stipend of between R4 992,00 and R6 000,00, with the amount dependent on their placement and the criteria they meet. Participants need to remember that this is a stipend, and not a salary. The purpose of this program is to provide participants with work experience. The contract will be for 12 months, which will be enough time for the participants to gain a considerable amount of experience and to develop their skills.
Application Process and Closing Date
Candidates must apply online while including a detailed CV and certified copies of their qualifications. If applicable, the SACE registration document should also accompany the application. Applications may be disregarded if they are incomplete.
Applications will be accepted until January 30, 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application as soon as they can in order to avoid missing out on the opportunity.
HOW TO APPLY
A Step Toward a Brighter Future
The YES Programme internship at Curro Uitzight is more than a temporary placement. It is an entry point into the world of work, and more specifically, the education world. It is a good opportunity for young South Africans who would like to gain experience, develop skills, and be in a good school setting, to begin a promising pathway and make a positive impact in the community.
