Junior Prep & Senior Prep Internships

Job Description

Somerset College, a co-educational independent day and boarding school in the Cape Winelands, is offering internship opportunities in the Preparatory School for individuals currently studying Education. The roles begin on 1 January 2026 and involve working with students in Grades 1 to 7 in a dynamic and professional school environment committed to excellence.

Requirements

• Enrolled as a Bachelor of Education student or another appropriate teaching qualification with an accredited distance learning institution for 2026
• Suitability to work in Junior Prep (Grades 1–3) or Senior Prep (Grades 4–7)
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Active support of the school’s Christian ethos
• Strong motivation to develop professionally in a quality education environment
• Enthusiasm and passion for working with young people
• Ability to cooperate and work within a professional team including school management and fellow interns
• Innovative approach and comfort using technology in the classroom
• Willingness and ability to participate fully in Co-Curricular and Aftercare Programmes
• Valid driver’s licence
• Strong personal values, self-motivation, and discipline

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching and learning activities in Junior Prep or Senior Prep
• Contribute to classroom technology integration
• Participate actively in the school’s Co-Curricular and Aftercare Programmes
• Engage professionally with school staff, learners, and management
• Support the school's Christian ethos in daily duties