Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/406
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Western Cape Department of Social Development
- ProvinceWestern Cape
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 14 days remainingLate applications will not be accepted.
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 63–64
- Circular Post
- 32/406
- Department
- Western Cape Department of Social Development
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 28 September 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 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
Grade 1: R191 694 – R215 073 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) Grade 2: R223 788 – R253 500 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
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
- Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
- Reference information
- DSD 66/2026 (VARIOUS POSTS IN VARIOUS COMPONENTS)
- Salary information
- Grade 1: R191 694 – R215 073 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) Grade 2: R223 788 – R253 500 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Requirements
- A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).
- Valid Code B (or higher) driving license.
- NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes;
- Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures;
- Rules and procedures of the care centre;
- Planning and organising skills;
- Ability to intervene and resolve conflict;
- Problem solving skills;
- Planning and organising skills;
- Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients;
- Communication (written and verbal) skills;
- Proven computer literacy;
- Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law.
Duties
- Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission;
- This would include the following actions: Engagement;
- Assessment / Plan of Action;
- Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs;
- Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs;
- Referral of professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book);
- Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation, arts and culture programmes and services;
- Continuous Professional Development;
- Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required.
Enquiries
Ms U Siebritz at Ubenicia.Siebritz@westerncape.gov.za
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your
Notes and Z83 guidance
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
- Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
- 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
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 32/406 : CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO: DSD 66/2026 (VARIOUS POSTS IN VARIOUS COMPONENTS)
SALARY : Grade 1: R191 694 – R215 073 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) Grade 2: R223 788 – R253 500 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Valid Code B (or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict
driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes;
Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures; Rules and procedures of the care centre; Planning and organising skills; Ability to intervene and resolve
conflict; Problem solving skills; Planning and organising skills; Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients; Communication
(written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law.
DUTIES : Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission; This would include the following actions: Engagement; Assessment / Plan of Action;
Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs; Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs; Referral of
professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book); Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation,
arts and culture programmes and services; Continuous Professional
Development; Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required.
ENQUIRIES : Ms U Siebritz at Ubenicia.Siebritz@westerncape.gov.za
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed
and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide
the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in
the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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.
CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026
WESTERN CAPE MOBILITY DEPARTMENT
APPLICATIONS : 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
CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. Should you
experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application on
or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing
department. By applying for this post, 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. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by
the selection panel. All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the
timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting
documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further
in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates for
SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job and an 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. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme
(Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is
a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who
aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background in processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of
the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-preentryprogramme . The successful candidate shall be subjected
to a leadership assessment, within one (1) month of appointment, to assess the managerial competencies required for SMS members in the Public Service
as specified under Chapter Five (5) of the SMS handbook. This assessment shall be conducted to determine an individual’s ability to lead, manage, and
direct others and to identify developmental gaps in core generic leadership and management competencies. The successful candidate will be required to enter
into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting; and the candidate will have to
disclose her/his financial interests. Furthermore, thank you, to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our posts, and as such will not be
able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of the advert please consider your
application unsuccessful.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
SALARY : Grade 1: R191 694 – R215 073 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) Grade 2: R223 788 – R253 500 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Valid Code B (or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict
driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes;
Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures; Rules and procedures of the care centre; Planning and organising skills; Ability to intervene and resolve
conflict; Problem solving skills; Planning and organising skills; Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients; Communication
(written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law.
DUTIES : Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission; This would include the following actions: Engagement; Assessment / Plan of Action;
Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs; Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs; Referral of
professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book); Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation,
arts and culture programmes and services; Continuous Professional
Development; Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required.
ENQUIRIES : Ms U Siebritz at Ubenicia.Siebritz@westerncape.gov.za
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed
and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide
the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in
the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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.
CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026
WESTERN CAPE MOBILITY DEPARTMENT
APPLICATIONS : 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
CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. Should you
experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application on
or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing
department. By applying for this post, 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. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by
the selection panel. All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the
timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting
documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further
in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates for
SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job and an 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. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme
(Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is
a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who
aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background in processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of
the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-preentryprogramme . The successful candidate shall be subjected
to a leadership assessment, within one (1) month of appointment, to assess the managerial competencies required for SMS members in the Public Service
as specified under Chapter Five (5) of the SMS handbook. This assessment shall be conducted to determine an individual’s ability to lead, manage, and
direct others and to identify developmental gaps in core generic leadership and management competencies. The successful candidate will be required to enter
into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting; and the candidate will have to
disclose her/his financial interests. Furthermore, thank you, to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our posts, and as such will not be
able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of the advert please consider your
application unsuccessful.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON