Administrative Assistant

at Five Seas
Published July 2, 2026
Expires September 1, 2026
Location Pinetown, South Africa
Category Administration  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

Description

Type: Full Time

Hours: 9am 5pm Mon Fri

Reference: FS564525

Principal Functions and Responsibilities

Opening of building and office in the morning
Closing and locking of building if working until 5.00pm
Greet visitors and assist with enquiries
Manage incoming calls, emails and general enquiries
Provide day-to-day administrative support across the school
Assist tutors with their requests
Processing course applications
Prepare enrolments and class registers.
Prepare files for tutors at the beginning of each term.
Assist with finding replacement staff i.e. tutors and models in the event that they are unable to attend their respective class.
Alert or contact the correct person if there are building maintenance issues.

The Shop

Assist in art shop
Monitor stock levels
Order shop materials when necessary
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or adjusted as required and at the discretion of the Principal.

Essential Experience

Recent experience in working with members of the public.
Recent experience in the use of Microsoft Office.

Desirable Experience

Experience of working in the art world or in an educational setting.
Experience of working in a shop.
Essential skills

Good time keeping.
Possess excellent communication skills, be articulate, have good verbal and written English and good numeracy.
Be adaptable and flexible, able to respond, collaborate and work well with others within a small but energetic staff team.
Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
Be able to relate to and support staff and students within the school and to respond. to enquiries from students and members of the public with patience and discretion.
Good organisational abilities, possess initiative and have excellent time management ability.

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