SALARY : R338 208 – R397 668 per annum, (OSD) based on experience
CENTRE : Tsolo Special School, Ref No: DOE25/08/2026
MT Fletcher Special School, Ref No: DOE26/08/2026
Khanyisa Cala Special School, Ref No: DOE27/08/2026
Vukuzenzele Special School, Ref No: DOE28/08/2026
Vukuhambe Special School, Ref No: DOE29/08/2026
ST. Patricks Special School, Ref No: DOE30/08/2026
EFATA Special School, Ref No: DOE31/08/2026
REQUIREMENTS : A formal 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. Current, valid registration
with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
(Proof of payment for the current year is mandatory on or before the interview
day). Previous experience in a school environment or working with children
with disabilities is highly advantageous. A valid driver’s license. Deep
understanding of the Children’s Act and the South African Schools Act. Strong
interpersonal, report-writing, and crisis-management skills.
DUTIES : To provide professional social work services to learners with special
educational needs, their families, and the school community. The successful
candidate will address social, emotional, and behavioural barriers to learning
to facilitate the holistic development of the child within an inclusive or
specialized environment. Psychosocial Support: Provide individual and group
counselling to learners with diverse disabilities (physical, intellectual, or
neurodivergent). Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work as part of the School-
Based Support Team (SBST) alongside psychologists, occupational
therapists, and speech therapists. Home-School Liaison: Conduct home visits
and assessments to understand the learner’s social context and provide
parent-guidance programs. Crisis Intervention: Manage cases of child abuse,
neglect, and trauma in accordance with the Children’s Act. Advocacy and
Placement: Assist with the screening, identification, and assessment (SIAS)
process and facilitate referrals to external welfare organizations or medical
facilities. Administration: Maintain comprehensive, confidential case files and
draft statutory reports for the Department of Social Development or Children’s
Courts. Participate in inter- and intra-sectoral networks and collaborations.
Collaborate and interact with stakeholders (e.g., Department of Health,
Department of Social Development, Non-Profit Organizations, Non-
Governmental Organizations, local government, and the broader
Community). Advocate for learners who experience barriers to learning;
liaising with Social Workers from other special schools and sharing best
practices and experiences; liaison with relevant professional boards and
tertiary institutions; participate in extra-mural and co-curricular activities.
Management and Administration: Manage effective administration practices
of Social Work interventions; ensure compliance with the code of Ethics of
the SACSSP; practice sound interpersonal relations, engage actively in
performance appraisals per requirement.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. L Putter Tel No: (040) 608 4200
For e-Recruitment Enquiries, Email: erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted via hand delivery/courier to following
addresses:
Forensic Pathology Services (Buffalo City Metro) – Hand deliver/courier
to: Human Resource Office, Buffalo City Metro District Office, Old Building
BKB, No 79 Fitzpatrick Road, Quigney, East London, 5200. Enquires: Ms S
Mangoloti Tel No: (043) 708 1720.
Nkqubela Hospital – Hand deliver/ courier to: Human Resource Office,
Nkqubela Hospital, Billie Road, Mdantsane Township, 5219. Enquiries: Ms S
Mangoloti Tel No: (043) 708 1720.
Frere Tertiary Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office,
Frere Tertiary Hospital, Amalinda Main Road, East London, 5200. Enquiries:
Ms N Mthitshana Tel No: (043) 709 2487/2532.
Greenville Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office,
Greenville Hospital, Greenville Location, Bizana, 4800, Enquiries: Mr Z
Madikizela Tel No: (039) 251 3009.
Sipetu Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office, Sipetu
Hospital, Isilindini, Tabankulu, 5090. Enquiries: Ms L Mahlathi Tel No: (039)
255 0077.
Maclear Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office, Maclear
Hospital, No 1 Fourie Street, Maclear, 5480. Enquiries: Ms C Aucamp Tel No:
(045) 932 1028.
Nessie Knight Hospital – Hand delivery/courier to: Human Resource Office,
Admin Area, Nessie Knight Hospital, Qumbu, 5180. Enquiries: Ms O.N
Sotsako Tel No: (047) 553 6007/8/9.
Zithulele Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office,
Administration Area, Zithulele Hospital, MqanduliI, 5080. Enquiries: Mr K
Sobetwa Tel No: (047) 573 8936/073 200 0217
Isilimela Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office,
Isilimela Hospital, Port St Johns, 5120, Enquiries: Ms Z Nomphandana Tel
No: (047) 564 2805/2/3.
Bambisana Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office,
Bambisana Hospital, Goqwana A/A, Lusikisiki, 4820, Enquiries: Mr S
Mahlangeni Tel No: (039) 253 7262.
Dr Malizo Mpehle Hospital – Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource
Office, Dr Malizo Mpehle Memorial Hospital, R56, Main Road, Tsolo, 5170.
Enquiries: Ms P Blaai Tel No: (047) 542 6300
Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital – Hand Deliver to: Human Resource
Office, Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital, Nelson Mandela Drive, Mthatha
5099. Enquiries: Ms Calaza Tel No: (047) 502 4469.
CLOSING DATE : 23 October 2026
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly new Z83 Form (effective from 01
January 2021), a comprehensive CV, indicating three reference persons:
Name and Contact Numbers, A relationship with reference. Applicants are
only required to submit a Z83 form and a comprehensive CV. Therefore, only
shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified
documents (copies of Qualification(s) inclusive of Matric certificate, Identity
document, Proof of registration, proof of citizenship if not RSA citizen) on or
before the day of the interview following communication from HR. 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. Applicants must note
that further Personnel Suitability checks will be conducted on short-listed
candidates and that their appointment is subject to the outcome of these
checks which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification
verification and criminal record checks. Reference checks will be done on
nominated candidate(s). The department reserves the right to amend/ review/
withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the
department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are
also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications).
Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic
disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already
been appointed. If you have not been contacted by the Department of Health
within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please
accept that your application was unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for
their interest. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply for these posts.
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