Curro is offering several opportunities through the YES Programme for young South Africans seeking workplace experience in education, sports, administration and school support. The positions are available at selected Curro schools across South Africa, with successful candidates expected to commence duties in January 2027.
The opportunities are aimed at South African youth between the ages of 18 and 34 who are currently unemployed or were previously unemployed. Depending on the position, candidates may be required to have a relevant qualification in education, sports, coaching, business administration or a related field.
The positions are fixed-term 12-month contracts and offer a monthly stipend ranging from R5,241 to R6,000. These are stipend-based opportunities rather than permanent salary positions.
Curro YES Programme Positions
- YES Programme Candidate: Sport — Curro Douglasdale, Douglasdale
Reference: DOUG/YES/SPORT - YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher — HeronBridge, Fourways
Reference: HERO/YES/TEACH - YES Programme Candidate: Sport — HeronBridge, Fourways
Reference: HERO/YES/SPORT - YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher — Curro Hermanus, Hermanus
Reference: HER/YES/TEACH - YES Programme Candidate: Business Support — Curro Hermanus, Hermanus
Reference: HER/YES/ADMIN - YES Programme Candidate: Sport — Curro Hermanus, Hermanus
Reference: HER/YES/SPORT - YES Programme Candidate: Business Support — Curro Savanna City Combined, Vereeniging
Reference: SAV/YES/ADMIN - YES Programme Candidate: Sport — Curro Savanna City Combined, Vereeniging
Reference: SAV/YES/SPORT - YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher — Curro Barlow Park High School, Sandton
Reference: BAR/YES/TEACH - YES Programme Candidate: Sport — Curro Barlow Park High School, Sandton
Reference: BAR/YES/SPORT - YES Programme Candidate: Sport — Curro Sandown, Cape Town Northern
Reference: SAN/YES/SPORT - YES Programme Candidate: Sport — Curro Heuwelkruin, Polokwane
Reference: HEU/YES/SPORT
Closing date for the positions listed with a closing date: 19 October 2026.
Curro is an independent schooling provider offering education from early childhood development through to Grade 12. The organisation provides opportunities for candidates to gain practical workplace experience while supporting learners, educators, coaches and school administration teams.
Curro YES Programme Sport Opportunities
Curro is recruiting YES Programme candidates for Sport positions at several schools. The successful candidates will assist with sports activities, coaching sessions, learner participation, fixtures, tournaments and general sports administration.
1. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – Curro Douglasdale
Location: Douglasdale, Gauteng
School: Curro Douglasdale
Vacancy Reference: DOUG/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
The successful candidate will support senior coaches during practices and assist with creating an engaging environment where learners can develop their sporting abilities.
2. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – HeronBridge
Location: Fourways, Gauteng
School: HeronBridge
Vacancy Reference: HERO/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
The role involves supporting coaching sessions, encouraging learner participation and assisting with sports fixtures, tournaments and school events.
3. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – Curro Hermanus
Location: Hermanus, Western Cape
School: Curro Hermanus
Vacancy Reference: HER/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
The candidate will assist with sports coaching, learner participation, team management, fixtures and related administrative duties.
4. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – Curro Savanna City Combined
Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng
School: Curro Savanna City Combined
Vacancy Reference: SAV/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
The successful candidate will support sports activities and help learners participate in practices, matches and other sporting events.
5. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – Curro Barlow Park High School
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
School: Curro Barlow Park High School
Vacancy Reference: BAR/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
This position provides an opportunity for a sports-focused candidate to gain practical experience in a school environment while supporting coaches and learners.
6. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – Curro Sandown
Location: Cape Town Northern, Western Cape
School: Curro Sandown
Reference Number: SAN/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: 1 January 2027
7. YES Programme Candidate: Sport – Curro Heuwelkruin
Location: Polokwane, Limpopo
School: Curro Heuwelkruin
Reference Number: HEU/YES/SPORT
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: 1 January 2027
Duties for Sport YES Candidates
Sport YES candidates will assist senior coaches with planning and conducting practices. The role requires candidates to help keep learners engaged while supporting the development of sporting skills.
Responsibilities may include encouraging learners to attend practices and matches, helping build team spirit and assisting with sports-related activities.
Candidates will also help prepare sports fields and equipment and provide logistical support during matches, tournaments and school sporting festivals.
Additional responsibilities include tracking attendance, recording results, checking that learners are correctly dressed and prepared, and assisting with team management.
The role may also involve communicating fixture information, results and sporting events to parents and the broader school community.
Candidates will have an opportunity to learn from experienced coaches, participate in training and development activities and improve their coaching abilities.
Basic administrative duties may include responding to emails, updating schedules and maintaining records.
Requirements for Sport YES Candidates
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African youth between 18 and 34 years old.
- Must be previously unemployed.
- Have a qualification in Sports Management, Coaching, Physical Education or a related field.
- Live close to the Curro school being applied for.
- Be available and willing to work on a fixed-term 12-month contract.
- Be energetic, reliable and team-oriented.
Candidates should be interested in sports and comfortable working with learners in a school environment.
Curro YES Programme Student Teacher Opportunities
Curro is also recruiting YES Programme candidates interested in gaining practical experience in teaching and classroom support.
8. YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher – HeronBridge
Location: Fourways, Gauteng
School: HeronBridge
Vacancy Reference: HERO/YES/TEACH
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
9. YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher – Curro Hermanus
Location: Hermanus, Western Cape
School: Curro Hermanus
Vacancy Reference: HER/YES/TEACH
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
10. YES Programme Candidate: Student Teacher – Curro Barlow Park High School
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
School: Curro Barlow Park High School
Vacancy Reference: BAR/YES/TEACH
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
Student Teacher Responsibilities
Student Teacher YES candidates will assist educators with lesson preparation, classroom organisation and maintaining a positive learning environment.
Candidates will help learners remain focused, encourage participation and provide individual support when required.
The role may include assisting educators with marking, recording results and monitoring learner progress. Candidates may also assist with extracurricular activities, school events and other programmes.
Additional duties include preparing teaching materials, photocopying, organising digital resources, filing documents and updating learner records.
Candidates will have access to training, mentorship and professional development opportunities designed to help build workplace skills and prepare them for future employment.
Student Teacher Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African youth between 18 and 34 years old.
- Be previously unemployed.
- Have a qualification in Education, Early Childhood Development or related studies.
- Have SACE registration, with provisional or conditional registration accepted.
- Live close to the Curro school being applied for.
- Have a passion for working with children.
- Demonstrate patience, commitment and a willingness to learn.
- Have strong communication skills.
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Be energetic, reliable and responsible.
- Have basic administrative and organisational skills.
YES Programme Business Support Opportunities
Curro also has Business Support YES opportunities for candidates interested in administration and office-based work.
11. YES Programme Candidate: Business Support – Curro Hermanus
Location: Hermanus, Western Cape
School: Curro Hermanus
Vacancy Reference: HER/YES/ADMIN
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
12. YES Programme Candidate: Business Support – Curro Savanna City Combined
Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng
School: Curro Savanna City Combined
Vacancy Reference: SAV/YES/ADMIN
Position Type: Temporary/Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
Business Support Responsibilities
Business Support YES candidates will assist with general office administration, filing, record-keeping and maintaining organised office systems.
The role includes capturing information into spreadsheets, databases or other systems while maintaining accuracy.
Candidates may assist with drafting emails, answering calls and supporting internal communication.
Other duties include scheduling meetings, preparing meeting materials, setting up venues and assisting with school events.
Candidates may also assist with photocopying, scanning and preparing reports or presentations.
The opportunity provides workplace exposure through training and mentorship while allowing candidates to develop administrative and professional skills.
Business Support Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Be South African youth between 18 and 34 years old.
- Must be previously unemployed.
- Have a qualification in Business Administration, Office Management or a related field, which is advantageous.
- Live close to the Curro school or office being applied for.
- Have strong organisational skills.
- Be computer literate, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Have clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Have good attention to detail.
- Be able to manage time and prioritise tasks.
- Work effectively with colleagues.
- Be punctual, reliable, professional and trustworthy.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Important Information for Applicants
All the listed YES Programme positions are 12-month stipend-based opportunities and are not permanent salary positions.
Applicants must be South African youth between 18 and 34 years old and must have been previously unemployed. Candidates should carefully check the requirements for the specific position before applying.
For positions requiring a qualification, applicants should ensure that the qualification matches the relevant field. Student Teacher applicants should also pay particular attention to the SACE registration requirement.
Candidates should live close to the Curro school for which the application is being submitted, as this is listed as a requirement for the opportunities.
Curro also notes that it is an equal-opportunity employer and preference will be given to EE candidates.
Applicants should prepare a comprehensive CV and copies of relevant qualifications. For applicable positions, copies of SACE registration documentation should also be included as part of the online application.
How to Apply
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply for the relevant YES Programme position through the Curro careers platform.
Applicants should select the position that matches their qualification, skills and career interests. Sports candidates should apply for Sport positions, education candidates should consider Student Teacher opportunities, while candidates with administrative qualifications or skills can consider Business Support positions.
Applications should be submitted before the relevant closing date. For the positions listed with a closing date of 19 October 2026, candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
The opportunities provide young South Africans with the chance to gain practical workplace experience in a professional school environment while developing skills that can support future employment.
Closing Date: 19 October 2026
Start Date: January 2027
Contract Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R5,241 – R6,000 per month
Important: The stipend is not a salary. Candidates should carefully review the requirements and supporting documents required before submitting an application.