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    Circular 28 of 2026 · Post 28/157

    SOCIAL WORKER (X29 POSTS)

    Limpopo Department of Education

    • ProvinceLimpopo
    • AdvertCombined vacancy information
    Closing date: 19 days remaining

    Job details

    Circular
    28 of 2026
    Page No.
    24–25
    Circular Post
    28/157
    Department
    Limpopo Department of Education
    Province
    Limpopo
    Closing date
    28 August 2026

    About this vacancy

    This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.

    Applications close on 28 August 2026.

    Application and salary information

    Salary

    R338 208 per annum

    Application route

    Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

    Vacancy information

    This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.

    Centre
    Yingisani School for the Deaf Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 340/06/2026 (X1 Post) Letaba Special School: Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 341/06/2026 (X1 Post) Rivoni School for the Blind: Vhembe West District Ref No: LDoE 342/06/2026 (X1 Post) Tshilwavhusiku Razwimisani Special School: Vhembe West District Ref No: LDoE 343/06/2026 (X2 Posts) Grace and Love Special School Vhembe East District Ref No: LDoE 344/06/2026 (X1 Post) Mhinga Special School: Vhembe East District Ref No: LDoE 345/06/2026 (X1 Post) Fulufhelo Special School: Vhembe East District Ref No: LDoE 346/06/2026 (X2 Posts) Rethuseng Special School: Capricorn North District Ref No: LDoE 347/06/2026 (X1 Post) Ratanang Special School: Capricorn North District Ref No: LDoE 348/06/2026 (X1 Post) Grace and Hope Special School Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE 349/06/2026 (X1 Post) Benedict and Hope Special School Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE 350/06/2026 (X1 Post) New Horizon Special School Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE 351/06/2026 (X1 Post) Mahlasedi Special School: Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE 352/06/2026 (X1 Post) Setotolwane LSEN School: Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE 353/06/2026 (X2 Posts) Lebone Special School: Mogalakwena District Ref No: LDoE 354/06/2026 (X1 Post) Nthabiseng Special School: Mopani East District Ref No: LDoE 355/06/2026 (X1 Post) Pfunanani Special School: Mopani East District Ref No: DoE 356/06/2026 (X1 Post) Ramokgwakgwa Special School Mopani East District Ref No: LDoE 357/06/2026 (X1 Post) Bosele School for the Blind Sekhukhune: South District Ref No: LDoE 358/06/2026 (X1 Post) Asiphumelele Special School Sekhukhune: South District Ref No: LDoE 359/06/2026 (X1 Post) Ipelegeng Special School Sekhukhune South District Ref No: LDoE 360/06/2026 (X1 Post) Rehlahleng Special School: Sekhukhune East District Ref No: LDoE 361/06/2026 (X1 Post) Jane Furse Special School: Sekhukhune East District Ref No: LDoE 362/06/2026 (X1 Post) Thusanang Special School: Waterberg District Ref No: LDoE 363/06/2026 (X1 Post) Susan Strydom Special School Waterberg District Ref No: LDoE 364/06/2026 (X1 Post) Sedibeng Special School: Waterberg District Ref No: LDoE 365/06/2026 (X1 Post) Yingisani School for the Deaf Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 366/06/2026 (X1 Post) Letaba Special School: Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 367/06/2026 (X1 Post) Rivoni School for the Blind: Vhembe West District Ref No: LDoE 368/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Reference information
    LDoE 341/06/2026
    Salary information
    R338 208 per annum

    Requirements

    13 requirements · official circular text

    • An NQF level 7 qualification in Social Work as recognized by SAQA.
    • Valid and active Registration with the South African Council of Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
    • Relevant experience as a Social Worker.
    • Experience in working with learners with special educational needs is an added advantage.
    • Competencies, Knowledge and Skills: Study, interpret, apply and give information on legislation and policies.
    • Perform all statutory functions and attend court proceedings.
    • Produce and maintain records and reports.
    • Liaise with relevant role players.
    • Compile and implement the social work policy of the school.
    • Knowledge of social welfare legislations.
    • Counselling and case management skills.
    • Crisis intervention skills.
    • Communication and interpersonal skills.

    Duties

    8 duties · official circular text

    • Conduct assessments. identify the conditions of the learners and provide counselling.
    • Recommend relevant and appropriate interventions.
    • Provide referrals where necessary.
    • Implement the recommended interventions and provide continuous support to individuals. groups. families and communities.
    • Monitor the effectiveness and progress of interventions.
    • Provide psychosocial support.
    • Support child protection initiatives.
    • Participate in multidisciplinary teams.

    Enquiries

    • Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675
    • Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345
    • Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059
    • Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664

    How to apply

    Where and how to submit your application.

    • : Quoting the relevant references `applications should be forwarded to the relevant District Capricorn North, The District Director Capricorn North Education District Private Bag X9711, Polokwane, 0700. Cnr Blaauwberg & Yster Street Ladanna, Polokwane. Capricorn South: The District Director Capricorn South Education District Private Bag X03cChueniespoort, 0745. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. The District Director Sekhukhune South: Education District, Private Bag X70, Lebowakgomo, 0737. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. Mogalakwena Education District: The District Director, Private Bag X601, Mahwelereng, 0626. 805
    • Rufus Seakamela Street, Mahwelereng. 0626. Mopani East Education District: Private Bag X578, Giyani, 0826. Old Parliament Building, Giyani. Mopani West The District Director: Mopani West Education District, Private Bag X4032, Tzaneen, 0850. 27
    • Peace Street, Prosperitas Building, Tzaneen, 0850. Sekhukhune East The Acting District Director: Sekhukhune East Education District, Private Bag X9041, Burgersfort, 1150. 83 Aloe Street, Stand No 2314, Ext 4
    • Aloeridge West, Burgersfort, 1150. Sekhukhune South Education District: The District Director, Private Bag X70, Lebowakgomo, 0737. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. Vhembe East The Acting District Director: Vhembe East Education District, Private Bag X2250, Sibasa, 0970. Makwarela Old Parliament Building. Vhembe West The District Director: Vhembe West Education District, Private Bag X2250, Sibasa, 0970. Block D Old Parliament Building, Thohoyandou. Waterberg The Acting District Director: Waterberg Education District, Private Bag X1040, Modimolle, 051084. Limpopo Street, NTK Building, Modimolle, 0510. Applications submitted via e-Recruitment system through the link a https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za

    Notes and Z83 guidance

    • Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e. effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/.
    • Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience).
    • Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older than six months.
    • Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing.
    • Under no circumstances will Photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted.
    • The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification).
    • Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
    • Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
    • Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
    • For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details.
    • The contents of the advertised post will also be posted on the following websites www.limpopo.gov.za/ www.edu.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za.
    • The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the posts advertised.
    • The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department.
    • All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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.
    • All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

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    Official source

    This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 for reference.

    Disclaimer: SA Gov Jobs is an independent job information service and is not a government department. 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.

    Original Text
    POST 28/157 : SOCIAL WORKER (X29 POSTS) Directorate: District Management & Institutional Governance (Inclusive
    Education & Special Schools
    SALARY : R338 208 per annum
    CENTRE : Yingisani School for the Deaf Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 340/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Letaba Special School: Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 341/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Rivoni School for the Blind: Vhembe West District Ref No: LDoE 342/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Tshilwavhusiku Razwimisani Special School:
    Vhembe West District Ref No: LDoE 343/06/2026 (X2 Posts)
    Grace and Love Special School Vhembe East District Ref No: LDoE
    344/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Mhinga Special School: Vhembe East District Ref No: LDoE 345/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Fulufhelo Special School: Vhembe East District Ref No: LDoE 346/06/2026 (X2
    Posts)
    Rethuseng Special School: Capricorn North District Ref No: LDoE 347/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Ratanang Special School: Capricorn North District Ref No: LDoE 348/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Grace and Hope Special School Capricorn
    South District Ref No: LDoE 349/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Benedict and Hope Special School Capricorn
    South District Ref No: LDoE 350/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    New Horizon Special School Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE
    351/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Mahlasedi Special School: Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE 352/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Setotolwane LSEN School: Capricorn South District Ref No: LDoE
    353/06/2026 (X2 Posts)
    Lebone Special School: Mogalakwena District Ref No: LDoE 354/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Nthabiseng Special School: Mopani East District Ref No: LDoE 355/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Pfunanani Special School: Mopani East District Ref No: DoE 356/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Ramokgwakgwa Special School Mopani East District Ref No: LDoE
    357/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Bosele School for the Blind Sekhukhune:
    South District Ref No: LDoE 358/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Asiphumelele Special School Sekhukhune:
    South District Ref No: LDoE 359/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Ipelegeng Special School Sekhukhune South District Ref No: LDoE
    360/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Rehlahleng Special School: Sekhukhune East District Ref No: LDoE
    361/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Jane Furse Special School: Sekhukhune East District Ref No: LDoE
    362/06/2026 (X1 Post)
    Thusanang Special School: Waterberg District Ref No: LDoE 363/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Susan Strydom Special School Waterberg District Ref No: LDoE 364/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Sedibeng Special School: Waterberg District Ref No: LDoE 365/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Yingisani School for the Deaf Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 366/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    Letaba Special School: Mopani West District Ref No: LDoE 367/06/2026 (X1
    Post)
    Rivoni School for the Blind: Vhembe West District Ref No: LDoE 368/06/2026
    (X1 Post)
    REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 7 qualification in Social Work as recognized by SAQA. Valid and active Registration with the South African Council of Social Service Professions
    (SACSSP). Relevant experience as a Social Worker. Experience in working with learners with special educational needs is an added advantage.
    Competencies, Knowledge and Skills: Study, interpret, apply and give information on legislation and policies. Perform all statutory functions and
    attend court proceedings. Produce and maintain records and reports. Liaise with relevant role players. Compile and implement the social work policy of the
    school. Knowledge of social welfare legislations. Counselling and case management skills. Crisis intervention skills. Communication and interpersonal
    skills.
    DUTIES : Conduct assessments. identify the conditions of the learners and provide counselling. Recommend relevant and appropriate interventions. Provide
    referrals where necessary. Implement the recommended interventions and provide continuous support to individuals. groups. families and communities.
    Monitor the effectiveness and progress of interventions. Provide psychosocial support. Support child protection initiatives. Participate in multidisciplinary
    teams.
    ENQUIRIES : Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664

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