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Monitoring Practitioner: Older Persons, Ref No. DSD 55/2026
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260527-6
Tracking Number DSD 55/2026
Job Title Monitoring Practitioner: Older Persons, Ref No. DSD 55/2026
Department Social Development
Salary level 8
Enquiries Ms V Damon at (021) 483 4935
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD.
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct monitoring interventions at Non-governmental organisations (NGO’s).
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas
Provide input into the development of monitoring and review systems; Conduct financial and governance assessments for existing and new Non-profit organisations (NPO’s); Monitor and review services rendered by the NPO in line with the Provincial / National policy frameworks; Administer Non-financial data (NFD) process.
Competencies
Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Performance management in general; Procurement and tendering processes; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project management, basic finance, governance and human resources procedures; Delivering results and meeting customer expectations; Following instructions and procedures; Relating and networking; Writing and reporting; Analysing; Planning and Organising; Working with people; Persuading and influencing.
Remuneration
R 413 001 – R 486 501 per annum (Salary level 8)
Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.
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Education Officer: Education (Posts available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 72/2025 R1
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260527-1
Tracking Number DSD 72/2025 R1
Job Title Education Officer: Education (Posts available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 72/2025 R1
Department Social Development
Salary level 8
Enquiries Ms M Jonkerman at (021) 826 6040
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Clanwilliam (4), Horison (3), Outeniekwa (3)
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for suitably qualified and competent individuals to render an effective and efficient holistic educational service to all the learners at Child and Youth Care Centres.
Minimum 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.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas
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.
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.
Remuneration
R 413 001 – R 486 501 per annum (Salary level 8)
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
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.
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Social Auxiliary Worker: Social Work Services (various posts available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 22/2026 R1
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260526-2
Tracking Number DSD 22/2026 R1
Job Title Social Auxiliary Worker: Social Work Services (various posts available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 22/2026 R1
Department Social Development
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms M Rebe: 021- 812 0923
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Metro East Region: Kraaifontein SDA (1 Post) Eerste River SDA (2 Posts) Somerset West SDA (3 Posts)
Job Purpose
Provide assistance and support to social workers with the promotion of social change, problem-solving in human relationships, and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being under the guidance and supervision of the social worker.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 1: Grade 10 plus completion of the SAW learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the SACSSP as Social Auxiliary Worker; A valid code B driving licence.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas
Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes; Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Continuous professional development; Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job.
Competencies
Knowledge and basic understanding of the following: Human behaviour, relationship system and social issues; South African social welfare context: the policy and practice of developmental social welfare services; South African judicial system and the legislation governing and impacting of social auxiliary work; Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work; Uses appropriate resources in service delivery to client systems; Implement appropriate social auxiliary work methods and techniques to address the social needs of client systems; Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports on social needs and social auxiliary work activities and file them appropriately; · Protocol and professional ethics.
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Remuneration
Grade 1: R 200 691– R 227 145 per annum; Grade 2: R 236 385 – R 269742 per annum; Grade 3: R 280 809- R 353 016 per annum (as prescribed by OSD).
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque,medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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 0861 370 214. 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.
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Social Work Manager: Regional Office (Posts available at various regions), Ref No. DSD 39/2026
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260525-3
Tracking Number DSD 39/2026
Job Title Social Work Manager: Regional Office (Posts available at various regions), Ref No. DSD 39/2026
Department Social Development
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms A van Reenen at (021) 483 9392
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Metro North Region, Metro South Region, Eden Karoo Region, Cape Winelands / Overberg Region
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for suitably qualified and competent Social Work Managers to ensure that a Social Welfare and Community Development service is delivered by the region to provide Social Welfare and Community Development services through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being.
Minimum Requirements
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP); Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas Provide a Social Welfare and Community Development service of the highest, most advanced and specialised nature within a defined area(s) of specialisation with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes in partnership with stakeholders. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Facilitate the development and planning of programmes and interventions to render a social welfare and community development service through the efficient, economical and effective utilisation of financial resources; Management of service delivery area(s) (unit(s)) to ensure that an efficient and effective social welfare and community development service is delivered through the efficient and effective utilisation of human resources; Plan and ensure that social welfare and community development research are undertaken; Undertake complex social welfare and community development research. Perform and / or ensure that all the administrative function required in the service delivery area(s) are performed; Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Welfare and Community Development field; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the service delivery area(s) and undertake the higher level administrative functions.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to children; Social Welfare and Community Development theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics. Skills in the following: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psycho social intervention; Communication and language; People management practices; Conflict management; Interpersonal; Report-writing; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus.
Remuneration
Grade 1: R 1 009 512 – R 1 154 271; Grade 2: R 1 200 894 – R 1 414 59 per annum (as prescribed by OSD).
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
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.
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Social Worker: Social Work Services (Posts available at various locations), Ref No. DSD 38/2026
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260525-1
Tracking Number DSD 38/2026
Job Title Social Worker: Social Work Services (Posts available at various locations), Ref No. DSD 38/2026
Department Social Development
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms M Swart at (021) 763 621
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Bellville, Delft,, Elsies River, Milnerton and Langa
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportuniies for suitably qualified and competent Social Workers to provide social work services within the Service Delivery Areas through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being.
Minimum Requirements
A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
Recommendation
None
Key Performance Areas
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes (Case work, group work and Community work). Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Supervise and Support Social Auxiliary Workers; Continuous Professional Development. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all the administrative functions required of the job.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behavior and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Relevant legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others. Skills in the following: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good planning and organizing; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Ability to mentor and coach Social Workers Grade 1.
Remuneration
Grade 1: R 338 208 – R 397 668 per annum, Grade 2: R 413 004 – R 478 395 per annum, Grade 3: R 496 668 – R583 833 per annum, Grade 4: R 608 859 – R 754 785 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessement and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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 0861 370 214. 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.
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Social Auxiliary Worker: Social Work Services (2 posts in Swartland), Ref No. DSD 40/2026
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260520-4
Tracking Number DSD 40/2026
Job Title Social Auxiliary Worker: Social Work Services (2 posts in Swartland), Ref No. DSD 40/2026
Department Social Development
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms I Koen at (021) 840 3500
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Swartland
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for 2 (two) suitably qualified and competent Social Auxiliary Workers to provide assistance and support to social workers with the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being under the guidance and supervision of the social worker.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 1: Grade 10 plus completion of the SAW learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the SACSSP as Social Auxiliary Worker; A valid code B driving licence.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes; Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Continuous professional development; Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job.
Competencies
Knowledge and basic understanding of the following: Human behaviour, relationship system and social issues; South African Social Welfare context the policy and practice of developmental social welfare services; South African judicial system and the legislation governing and impacting of social auxiliary work; Implement appropriate social auxiliary work methods and techniques to address the social needs of client systems; Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work; Uses appropriate resources in service delivery to client systems; Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports on social needs and social auxiliary work activities and file them appropriately); Protocol and professional ethics. Skills in the following: Good communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning; Presentation and facilitation; Report writing; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus; Work effectively with social workers and members of multi-sectoral teams in social service delivery.
Remuneration
Grade 1: R 200 691- R 227 145 per annum; Grade 2: R 236 385 -R269 742 per annum; Grade 3: R 280 809 – R 353 016 per annum (as prescribed by OSD).
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.
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Accounting Clerk: Banking and Cash Management, Ref No. DSD 42/2026
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260520-3
Tracking Number DSD 42/2026
Job Title Accounting Clerk: Banking and Cash Management, Ref No. DSD 42/2026
Department Social Development
Salary level 5
Enquiries Ms. Bernadette Dyani at (021) 483 9448
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town – CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape, Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render financial support services within the department.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification)
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas
Render Financial Accounting transactions; Receive invoices; Check invoices for correctness, verification and approval (internal control); Process invoices (e.g. capture payments); Filling of all documents; Collectiion of cash; Perform salary administration support services; Receive salary advices; Process advices (e.g. check advices for correctness, capture salaries, bonuses, salary adjustments, capture all deductions); Perform bookkeeping support services; Capture all financial transactions; Clear suspense accounts; Record debtors and creditors; Process electronic banking transactions; Compile journals; Receive and capture cash payments.
Competencies
Working knowledge of the following: Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Basic knowledge and insight of the Public Service financial legislations, procedures and Treasury regulations (PFMA, DORA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, Financial Manual); Knowledge of basic financial operating systems ( PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS). Skills needed: Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy; Numeracy skills; Planning and organising skills; Ability to perform routine tasks; Ability to operate office equipments; Ability to work in a team.
Remuneration
R 237 453 – R 279 708 per annum (Salary level 5)
Note on remuneration: Employees’ service benefits or obligations (13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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 0861 370 214. 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.
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Social Auxiliary Worker: Social Work Services (2 posts in Cederberg and Saldahna), Ref No. DSD 41/2026
Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
WCG260520-1
Tracking Number DSD 41/2026
Job Title Social Auxiliary Worker: Social Work Services (2 posts in Cederberg and Saldahna), Ref No. DSD 41/2026
Department Social Development
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms I Koen at (021) 840 3500
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cederberg and Saldahna
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for 2 (two) suitably qualified and competent Social Auxiliary Workers to provide assistance and support to social workers with the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being under the guidance and supervision of the social worker.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 1: Grade 10 plus completion of the SAW learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the SACSSP as Social Auxiliary Worker; A valid code B driving licence.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes; Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Continuous professional development; Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job.
Competencies
Knowledge and basic understanding of the following: Human behaviour, relationship system and social issues; South African Social Welfare context the policy and practice of developmental social welfare services; South African judicial system and the legislation governing and impacting of social auxiliary work; Implement appropriate social auxiliary work methods and techniques to address the social needs of client systems; Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work; Uses appropriate resources in service delivery to client systems; Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports on social needs and social auxiliary work activities and file them appropriately); Protocol and professional ethics. Skills in the following: Good communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning; Presentation and facilitation; Report writing; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus; Work effectively with social workers and members of multi-sectoral teams in social service delivery.
Remuneration
Grade 1: R 200 691- R 227 145 per annum; Grade 2: R 236 385 -R269 742 per annum; Grade 3: R 280 809 – R 353 016 per annum (as prescribed by OSD).
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.
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