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PRIVATE TUCK SHOP OPERATOR
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 6 NOVEMBER 2026
Unicorn Preparatory School invites suitably qualified and interested individuals or businesses to submit a tender to operate the school tuck shop as a privately run business.
Nature of the Arrangement
The tuck shop will be operated as an independent, privately managed business. The successful applicant will be responsible for running the day-to-day business and will retain the revenue generated from sales, subject to the agreed rental and operating conditions.
The successful applicant will pay the school a monthly rental fee for the use of the tuck shop premises. The rental amount, payment date and other contractual conditions will be confirmed in the final written agreement with the successful applicant.
Equipment and Facilities
The tuck shop is equipped for gas and electricity. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing, maintaining, repairing and replacing the equipment required to operate the business.
Applicants may make their own arrangements to purchase suitable equipment from the current operator or may supply their own equipment. Any purchase from the current operator is a private arrangement between the parties and is not guaranteed or managed by the school. Equipment brought onto the premises must be suitable, safe and approved by the school.
The arrangements for the use and payment of gas, electricity and any other utilities will be clarified with shortlisted applicants and recorded in the final agreement.
School Environment and Operating Requirements
As the tuck shop operates within a school, its operating hours will be limited and must fit the school timetable, activities and access requirements. The school will confirm the required operating hours with shortlisted applicants.
The tuck shop must offer an appropriate selection of healthy food and drink options suitable for school-going children. The expected range of healthy products, menu requirements and any restrictions on items for sale will be discussed with shortlisted applicants before a final appointment is made.
The operator must maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and professional conduct, and comply with applicable legal requirements and the school's rules and policies.
Information to include in your tender
Applicants are requested to provide the following information:
Full name and, where applicable, registered business name.
Contact details, including telephone number and email address.
A brief outline of relevant business, catering or food-service experience.
A short outline of proposed menus and approach to providing healthy food options, including estimated prices, and proposed rental to the school.
Details of the equipment the applicant intends to use, including whether they plan to supply their own equipment or explore purchasing equipment from the current operator.
Confirmation / a declaration of the following:
Suitability of yourself and relevant staff to operate around children and on school premises (this will be followed up with short-listed candidates)
Confirmation of your understanding of the school vision, mission and culture and your willingness to operate within this
Availability to start operations from January 2027
Selection Process and Conditions
The school will review the submissions and may shortlist applicants for further discussion. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to provide additional information or attend an interview. The school will consider the proposed rental, relevant experience, suitability of the proposed business, menu offering and ability to meet the requirements of a school environment.
Submitting a tender does not guarantee appointment. Unicorn Preparatory School reserves the right to seek clarification, negotiate final terms with shortlisted applicants, accept or reject any submission, or decide not to appoint an operator. The appointment will be subject to a written agreement setting out the final rental, operating hours, utility arrangements, food requirements, responsibilities and other applicable conditions.
Submission Details
Please submit your tender to Unicorn Preparatory School by the closing date below. Late submissions may not be considered.
Closing date Friday, 6 November 2026
Submission via email to: head@unicornschool.co.za
We will contact shortlisted applicants by Friday, 13 November. If you have not heard from us by then, please understand that your application has unfortunately not been successful.
We sincerely appreciate your interest and the time taken to submit your application.
Educational Support Teacher (Academic) Grade 4-7
Unicorn Preparatory School invites applications for the abovementioned position which will be available from 01 January 2027:
Local and National applications for a Grade 4-7 Educational Support Teacher (academic) are invited. This is a practical, hands-on academic support position for a teacher who is passionate about helping pupils overcome academic barriers and make meaningful progress. The successful candidate will work closely with class and subject teachers, particularly in English and Mathematics, to support pupils within the classroom and through individualised intervention.
The requirements for this position include but are not limited to:
Must have a teaching qualification (B Ed/PGCE).
A relevant qualification or additional training in educational support, inclusive education, learning support or a related field would be an advantage.
Strong knowledge of the Grade 4-7 curriculum, with particular competence in supporting English and Mathematics.
Demonstrated experience in providing practical, hands-on academic support to pupils, including one-on-one and small-group intervention.
Experience working collaboratively with class and subject teachers, including the ability to work in classrooms and reinforce concepts and skills being taught.
The ability to identify areas of academic difficulty and adapt teaching and support strategies to meet individual pupil needs.
A passion for teaching and supporting pupils who experience academic challenges, together with strong classroom management and interpersonal skills.
Must be computer literate.
Must be willing to engage in the school’s full programme, including all after hours and extra-curricular activities and some Saturdays as required by the sport programme.
Must be willing to work during homework periods and provide educational support in the afternoons, including individual and small-group intervention and extra lessons where required.
An unequivocal commitment to working as part of an accomplished team and communicating effectively with teachers and parents where appropriate.
A commitment to on-going personal and professional development.
An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos and extra-curricular activities.
Be willing to get a police clearance certificate and must have a clear criminal record.
Must be SACE registered.
Have at least 2 years’ relevant teaching or educational support experience, preferably with pupils in the Grade 4-7 age range.
Must have an excellent command of the English language.
Applications should be sent as soon as possible. The closing date is Friday, 23 October 2026 by 12:00.
Please send your curriculum vitae in PDF format, all relevant qualifications, SACE and a one page motivational letter to the Headmaster at head@unicornschool.co.za. Please use the subject line: “Educational Support”.
Further documentation may be required, and you will be contacted in this regard if necessary.
Please only send an application IF you meet all the above requirements. Applications that do not meet all the requirements, will not be considered.
For more information on our school, visit our website at www.unicornschool.co.za or our Facebook page on www.facebook.com/unicornprep
Unicorn Preparatory reserves the right not to proceed with filling the post. Unicorn Preparatory also reserves to the right to fill the post before the indicated cut-off date. An application does not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves for consideration.
If you haven’t heard from the school by Friday, 30 October 2026, please assume your application has not been successful.
Unicorn Preparatory School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but it will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
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