We are seeking a dedicated school facilitator
for a bright and sociable 10‑year‑old boy who is neurodiverse and thrives with
a relational, child‑led approach. He enjoys being active outdoors, playing
rugby, soccer, and archery, as well as story time and building Lego. The
facilitator will play a key role in supporting his confidence, independence,
and daily learning journey.

If you are willing to commit to this role as a
stable, long-term source of support, and have the maturity, initiative, and
empathy to work independently while respecting the child and family’s unique
support needs, this role may suit you perfectly.

Social and academic facilitation, as well as
educational activities during school holidays are required.

Main Purpose of the Job

To provide consistent support to a child during the school
day, extramural activities and school holidays, guiding him academically,
socially, and emotionally. Being proactive in identifying when scaffolding is
needed to support his learning, social interactions, and confidence while also
encouraging independence and self-esteem.

Job Objectives

•      Build
a trusting relationship with the child, his teachers, and parents.

•      Attend
school with him daily to provide scaffolding and support across subjects, social
interactions and extramural activities.

•      Act
as a communication bridge between teachers, parents, and the multidisciplinary
team.

•      Break
down tasks, chunk information, and support literacy and writing challenges.

•      Encourage
independence, confidence, and resilience in both academic and social contexts.

•      Support
executive functioning skills such as organisation, problem-solving, and
self-regulation.

•      Adapt
approaches flexibly to meet daily variations in mood and engagement.

•      Pre-empt
triggers to reduce anxiety and help the child navigate social cues.

•      Provide
proactive, detailed daily feedback to parents on progress and challenges.

•      Facilitate
educational and social activities during school holidays.​

Requirements

General Requirements

•      Fluency
in Afrikaans and English – Essential.

•      Own
reliable transport/Driver’s license – Essential.

•      Must live within 10km of Paarl – Essential.

•      Consistent attendance and punctuality to ensure
dependable support – Essential.

•      Legal employability in South Africa - Essential

Job Related Experience

Job Related Qualifications

•      Accredited Reader and Scribe training
(Assessment Accommodation Course - SAOU, provincial education
department, or equivalent) – Essential.

•      Teaching
degree/diploma - Desirable

•      Background
in psychology, special education, or child development – Desirable

Job Related Personal attributes and Skills:

•       Strong
organisational and executive functioning skills – Essential.

•       Ability
to identify when scaffolding is needed and when to step back – Essential.

•       Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills with the child, teachers and parents –
Essential.

•       Ability
to support social skills development and navigating peer interactions.

•       Ability
to unpack and explain instructions clearly.

•       Patience
and resilience in managing fluctuating moods and behaviours linked to PDA and
anxiety

•       Mental,
emotional and physical stamina required for consistent oversight and support
throughout the day.

Job Related Knowledge

•       Familiarity
with neurodiverse profiles (ASD, PDA, ADHD) – Essential.

•       Knowledge
of neuro-affirming, child-led approaches – Essential.

•       Familiarity
with learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, – Highly Desirable.

Working Hours

Benefits

•      Training
through the NDC Facilitation Academy and ongoing personalised support from a
member of the multidisciplinary team in the field of neurodiversity.  

Salary Range: