DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

APPLICATIONS : Place applications in the Box at Security Marked Public Service Applications at
Saambou Building, Ground Floor, corner Charlotte Maxeke and Aliwal Street
Bloemfontein. Or use e-mail address specified for each position on the advert.

CLOSING DATE : 21 August 2025

NOTE : It is the intention to promote representativity in the Department through the
filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups
especially in respect of people with disabilities will receive preference.
Applicants must apply using the NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at
http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. From 1 January 2021 should
an application be received using the incorrect application form for employment
(Z83), it will not be considered. Please ensure to complete ALL fields on the
new Z83 application form. A recent comprehensive, detailed Curriculum Vitae
(CV) containing, inter alia, a complete chronological record of training,
experience, competencies, and previous employment record as well as the
names and telephone numbers of three persons willing to act as referees.
Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant
documents on application but must only submit the Z83 and curriculum vitae
(Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents). All
shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks on
criminal records, citizenship verification, financial records, qualification
verification and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to
their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted
candidates only. Separate applications must be submitted for every vacancy.
N.B.: Please note that: Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
(applications couriered, and received after the closing date and those that do
not comply with these instructions will not be considered). The onus is on the
applicants to ensure that their applications are couriered, e-mailed or hand
delivered timeously. Failure to comply with the procedure outlined above, will
lead to an application being rejected. Applicants are requested to complete the
new Z83 form properly which must be authenticated by a signature and
initialled on both pages and clearly quoting the relevant Reference Number for
each post applied for. Applicants are informed that applications and CVs will
not be returned; Applicants who terminated their services with voluntary
severance packages may not apply; salary progression on the salary scales is
subject to performance assessment; The FSDoE reserves the right not to fill
advertised positions. It is expected of candidates to be available for selection
interviews on a date, time and place determined by the Free State Department
of Education. It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualifications
evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Non-RSA
residents/permanent residents will submit proof only when shortlisted.
Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their
application has been unsuccessful. Please note it might be expected of shortlisted applicants to complete a project. Successful candidates on level 13 and
higher must undergo a Competency test. Introduction and general measures:
NB: as of 1st July 2006, all new appointments in the public service have to be
part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify
for a Government Medical Subsidy. Entry level requirement for SMS posts: In
terms of the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development on
Public Service Professionalisation Volume 1, a requirement for appointment
into SMS posts is the successful completion of the Senior Management PreEntry programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).
The Course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into
SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https:
www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. Certificate to
be submitted prior to appointment. Regarding e-mailed applications:
Applications must be submitted as a Single document/One Attachment to the
e-mail address specified for each position. (kindly note that e-mailed
applications and attachments should not exceed 15mb). it remains the
candidate’s responsibility to ensure that their application is successfully
submitted.

POST 27/210 : CLINICAL NURSE PRACTITIONER: BLOEMFONTEIN AUTISM SCHOOL REF NO: PS8/2025/01

SALARY : R476 367 – R559 548 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein Autism School – Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of 4 years appropriate recognizable experience in nursing after
registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Basic
qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice 425 (i.e.,
Diploma degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration
with the SANC as a Professional Nurse plus a post-basic nursing qualification,
with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of
Government Notice No R 212 in the relevant speciality. The following
qualification will be an added advantage: Clinical nursing practitioner with
Primary Health Care – PGS course. Driver’s license. Preference will be given
to candidates with a degree qualifications.

DUTIES : Manage and run the clinic. Assess medical conditions. Give medical care and
support to learners. Hand out medication. Admit new learners with serious
conditions. Refer and escort learners to different hospitals. Make follow-up
evaluation regarding long term medication. Control ARV medication. Handle
day to day medical problems. Give Information about family planning,
HIV/AIDS, and relevant subjects.

ENQUIRIES : Ms T. Molotsi at 081 046 6712
APPLICATIONS : E-mail application to: erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za

POST 27/211 : SOCIAL WORKERS

SALARY : R325 200 – R382 374 per annum, Salary according to OSD. Salary notch will
be determined taking years of experience after registration with the South
African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker into
consideration. Minimum notch.

CENTRE : Jimmie Roos Special School Re No: PS8/2025/02 (X1 Post)
Ladybrand Special School Ref No: PS8/2025/03 (X1 Post)
Fakkel Special School Ref No: PS8/2025/04 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions
(SACSSP) as Social Worker. A relevant 4-year degree in Social Work or an
equal Qualification. Experience of multi-disciplinary teams and project
management. Good interpersonal and management skills. Willingness to work
irregular hours and to travel extensively. Knowledge of one of the African
languages of the region. A qualification in Education and registration with SACE
will be an added advantage. Computer literacy. Excellent English written and
verbal skills. Knowledge of the National Curriculum Statement and White Paper

6. In-depth knowledge of policies governing education in general and inclusive
   education specifically. Preference will be given to candidates with a degree
   qualifications. Valid Driver’s license.
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   DUTIES : Interviewing learners with challenging behaviours, do developmental
   assessments. Design and implement Individual Development Plans. Render
   Therapeutic Services. Parental guidance. Connecting with sources and
   services in the community. Multi professional teamwork. Writing of reports.
   Practice a sound administrative system. Organize social meetings and assist
   management.
   ENQUIRIES : Ms E. Taljaardt Tel No: (051) 541 1015 (Jimmie Roos Special School)
   Mr T.J Boshofs Tel No: (016) 976 0470 (Fakkel Special School)
   Mr. J.A Dreyer Tel No: (051) 924 2049 (Ladybrand Special School.
   APPLICATIONS : Jimmie Roos Pecial School, E-mail application to:
   erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
   Ladybrand Special School, E-mail application to:
   erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za
   Fakkel Special School, E-mail application to:
   erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za

POST 27/212 : STAFF NURSE: JIMMIE ROOS SPECIAL SCHOOL REF NO: PS8/2025/05 (X1 POST)

SALARY : R220 614 – R250 500 per annum
CENTRE : Jimmie Roos Special School, Dewetsdorp

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12. Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse.
Registration with the SANC as an Enrolled Nurse, Driver’ license.3 years’
experience in working with youth with severe emotional and behavioural
challenges will be an added advantage. Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum
of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration
with the SANC. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable
experience in nursing after registration with the SANC. Demonstrate basic
understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing
practices.

DUTIES : Perform a basic clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of
practice and nursing standards as determined by the relevant health facility.
Promote quality of basic nursing care as directed by the professional scope of
practice and standards as determined by the relevant health facility.
Demonstrate basic communication with patients, supervisors and other
clinicians. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure good nursing
care. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse
intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Display a concern for
patients, promoting and advocating basic care including awareness and
willingness to respond to patients ‘needs and requirements nursing care as
directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by
the relevant health facility.

ENQUIRIES : Ms E. Taljaardt Tel No: (051) 541 1015
APPLICFATIONS : E-mail application to: erecruitment3@fseducation.gov.za

POST 27/213 : TEAM LEADER: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER

SALARY : R203 748 – R230 700 per annum
CENTRE : Rosenhof Special School, Bloemfontein Ref No: PS8/2025/06 (X1 Post)
Jimmie Roos Special School, Dewetsdorp Ref No: PS8/2025/07 (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 Certificate as well as a Child Youth & Care Certificate.

DUTIES : Be a team leader for the Child Youth & Care Workers regarding: Provide a
home for the learners where they feel save. Promote healthy relationships
between learners and learners and staff, give guidance, orientate new learners,
give emotional support, receive back absconded learners, search learners,
adherence to daily time tables, supervise learners in their tasks at the hostel,
see to orderly assembly, inspections, supervise hygiene, dress code and extramural activities, discipline learners where necessary, give attention, motivate
learners, keep busy with activities over weekends, attend meetings, attend in
service training, accompany learners to hospital, clinic, sports activities,
camps, church and cultural events.

ENQUIRIES : Ms E. Taljaardt Tel No: (051) 541 1015 (Jimmie Roos Special School)
Ms N. Davids Tel No: (051) 522 6771 (Rosenhof Special School)
APPLICATIONS : Rosenhof Special School, E-mail application to;
erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
Jimmie Roos Special School, (E-mail application to:
erecruitment3@fseducation.gov.za

POST 27/214 : CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: JIMMIE ROOS SPECIAL SCHOOL REF NO: PS8/2025/08 (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R184 320 – R206 802 per annum
CENTRE : Jimmie Roos Special School, Dewetsdorp

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 Certificate as well as a Child & Youth Care Certificate

DUTIES : Provide a home for the learners where they feel save. Promote healthy
relationships between learners and learners and staff, give guidance, orientate
new learners, give emotional support, receive back absconded learners,
search learners, adherence to daily time tables, supervise learners in their
tasks at the hostel, see to orderly assembly, inspections, supervise hygiene,
dress code and extra-mural activities, discipline learners where necessary, give
attention, motivate learners, keep busy with activities over weekends, attend
meetings, attend in service training, accompany learners to hospital, clinic,
sports activities, camps, church and cultural events.

ENQUIRIES : Ms E. Taljaardt Tel No: (051) 541 1015
APPLICATIONS E-mail application to: erecruitment3@fseducation.gov.za

We wish you all the best with your applications