Remedial Therapist (Independent Practitioner)

Company: Clifton School
Location: Morningside, Durban, Berea, South Africa
Closing Date: 30 November 2025
Apply: Email CV, covering letter, and three referees to joinclifton@cliftonschool.co.za
School Website: https://www.cliftonschool.co.za


Position Overview

Clifton School is seeking a Remedial Therapist to join the Academic Support Unit in the Preparatory School as an independent practitioner starting January 2026. The role involves providing one-on-one remedial therapy to primary school boys (Grades R–7) in both English and Mathematics, supporting inclusive education practices, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and fellow therapists.


Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Teaching qualification plus a postgraduate qualification in inclusive/special needs/remedial education

  • Registration with SACE

  • Police, Sexual Offenders Register, and Child Protection Act clearances

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a school-based remedial role (advantageous)

  • Experience with NumberSense Mathematics, Time2Read, and synthetic phonics


Candidate Attributes

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong knowledge of inclusive education and diverse learning needs

  • Strong administration skills for managing independent practice (billing, invoicing, reports)

  • Collaborative approach and willingness to advise teachers on classroom strategies

  • Self-motivated, organized, energetic, and committed to personal development

  • Values-based and student-centered approach aligned with school ethos


Key Duties

  • Support the collaborative structure of the Academic Support Unit

  • Work with pupils, parents, therapists, and teaching staff to support learning needs

  • Assess pupils’ learning barriers both quantitatively and qualitatively

  • Provide individualized remedial therapy sessions

  • Develop therapy plans, make referrals, and assist with classroom strategy implementation

  • Manage and maintain pupil records

  • Occasional pro-bono work may be required


Application Notes

  • Submit a detailed CV, covering letter, and three referees

  • Applications will be considered on receipt; position may be filled before the deadline

  • Subject to enhanced child protection checks

  • Applications are processed in compliance with POPIA

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