About SPARK Schools:
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SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation through Africa’s first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.
The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.
SPARK Schools has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools’ vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven.
SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 18,000 families in 2025. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.
Purpose of Role:
A Human Capital Projects and Employee Experience Specialist is pivotal in enhancing organizational performance by managing human capital initiatives and fostering a positive employee experience. Given the involvement in assessments and psychological measures, registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychometrist or Industrial Psychologist is essential.

Reports To: Head of Human Capital
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Human Capital Projects:

• Design and implement strategic human capital initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead projects focused on talent acquisition, development, and retention.
• Utilize psychometric assessments to inform recruitment and development processes.
• Ensure compliance with HPCSA guidelines in all psychological assessments.

Employee Experience:

• Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Analyze employee feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to create a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Monitor and report on employee experience metrics to guide decision-making.

Psychological Assessments:

• Administer and interpret psychological assessments for selection and development purposes.
• Provide feedback to employees and management based on assessment results.
Maintain ethical standards in the administration of psychological measures.

Qualifications and Criteria:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria:

• Master's degree in Industrial Psychology.
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Psychometrist or Industrial Psychologist.
• Proven experience in human capital management and employee experience roles.
• Good understanding of psychometric assessments and their application in the workplace.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

This role requires a professional who can seamlessly integrate psychological expertise with human capital strategies to drive organizational success and enhance the overall employee experience.
Benefits
SPARK offers:

• fair market linked remuneration

• performance-based annual bonuses and increases

• above average/good annual leave

• life, disability and funeral cover

• employee wellness support

• educational support & study leave

• individualised professional development, support and mentorship

• employee discount on school fees

• opportunities for career growth

Position Type: 12 Month Limited duration contract

Remuneration: Commensurate with experience/market related ctc

Locations: Rosebank, Gauteng

• SPARK Support Office - Rosebank, Gauteng

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company’s Employment Equity goals and targets.
SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.
Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.