- Western Cape
- Salary: R15 000.00 - R20 000.00 Per Month (Negotiable)
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Education
- Reference: 2209389
Vacancy Details
Employer: Jeanne Pienaar Coaching
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Employment type: full time, two months probationary
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Employer: Jeanne Pienaar
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Commencement date: January 2025
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Salary: R15k - R20k pm dependent on level of skill and experience
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Location: Paarl
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Leave: Will be approved ad hoc but I don’t really offer leave during the school terms Leave is usually given when we go away during school holidays, but applicant will get ample leave over 12 months
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Hours: They can differ, depending on whether we have a busy exam week ahead, but usually from 10:00 - 17:30. I try to be available to the kids from 17:00 in the evening with a hard stop at 17:30.
My background:
I’m an owner of various small businesses, one being in Langebaan. I am seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Personal Assistant/Au Pair to support my family with daily tasks while assisting in childcare. The ideal candidate will be organised, trustworthy, and able to manage multiple responsibilities whilst ensuring a positive and enriching environment for our children.
Personal assistance is required during the mornings while childcare is usually from 13:45 onwards.
I have three children: a boy (13) going to PRG next year. He is on the waiting list for residence.
A second boy (10) in Grade 5 next year at Paarl Bois Primary.
A girl (2) who is in play school during the day until 16:30
Personal Assistant Duties:
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Manage scheduling and calendars, including appointments, events, and activities.
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Coordinate household tasks such as meal planning, grocery shopping and light housekeeping (eg help the youngest clean up her toys)
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Assist with travel arrangements on a basic level
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Handle correspondence, including emails and phone calls, on behalf of the family.
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Manage budgets and finances related to household expenses - keep slips and file them accordingly
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Assist with personal errands as needed
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Walk our toy pom if time allows for it
Au Pair Duties:
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Provide attentive and nurturing care for the children.
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Plan and engage in educational and recreational activities (for our youngest).
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Help with homework and school projects.
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Prepare healthy meals for the children, prep lunch boxes
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Ensure children’s safety and wellbeing.
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Assist with school pick-up and extra curricular activities.
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Maintain open communication with parents regarding children’s development and needs.
Note: these are not hard rules / requirements. I have always had an excellent relationship with my team and treat them with respect.
Next steps: Should you wish to apply for the position, please email me your CV. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me via email.
Candidate Requirements
Skills:
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Highly proficient in Google G-Suite Apps (especially email and calendar management).
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Excellent written and verbal English communication skills although we communicate with the children in Afrikaans
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Task orientated (things cannot fall off the radar)
Bonus:
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A decent cook but at a minimum I will ask them to steam vegetables or cook rice etc.
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If the applicant is able to occasionally stay late if we have a function or a dinner
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If the applicant already owns a laptop
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Teaching / education qualifications that can support the boys with their academics
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