EDUCATION OFFICER: EDUCATION REF NO. DSD 72/2025 R1 (POSTS AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS) is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Social Development. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government | closing date: 06 July 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Salary
R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year post-school qualification;
- Registration with SACE as a professional educator;
- A minimum of 3 years experience as an Educationalist/ Educator;
- A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
- NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures;
- Public service procedures;
- Labour Relations;
- Financial Management;
- Project Management;
- Interpret and apply policies and procedures.
- Skills needed: Problem solving, sound budgeting, planning, facilitation, influencing and interpersonal relations;
- Written and verbal communication;
- Planning and organising;
- Learning and researching;
- Relating and networking;
- Adapting and responding to change;
- Adhering to principles and values;
- Analysing.
Duties
- Implement Educational Programmes at Facilities in Accordance with Curriculum Requirements and Departmental Legislation;
- Implement facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care/custody and development of residents (MDT, incident reporting, behaviour management, unauthorised articles, etc.);
- Perform administrative functions;
- Continuous Professional Development: Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields.
Enquiries
Ms M Jonkerman Tel No: (021) 826 6040
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS
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Original Text
AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year post-school qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 3 years experience as an Educationalist/
Educator; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may
also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public service procedures; Labour Relations; Financial
Management; Project Management; Interpret and apply policies and procedures. Skills needed: Problem solving, sound budgeting, planning,
facilitation, influencing and interpersonal relations; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Learning and researching; Relating
and networking; Adapting and responding to change; Adhering to principles and values; Analysing.
DUTIES : Implement Educational Programmes at Facilities in Accordance with Curriculum Requirements and Departmental Legislation; Implement facility
policies and procedures to enhance safe care/custody and development of residents (MDT, incident reporting, behaviour management, unauthorised
articles, etc.); Perform administrative functions; Continuous Professional
Development: Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Jonkerman Tel No: (021) 826 6040
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.