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KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
 
The provincial department of education: kwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.
 
APPLICATIONS: should be sent by post: The Directorate: Human Resource Services, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Private Bag X9137, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
Applications may also be hand delivered to Head Office, 228 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr. P.B.V. Ngidi
 
CLOSING DATE : 27 September 2019
 
 
NOTE: must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. NB: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign Form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies of all qualifications, proof of registration (if applicable) and RSA ID document, as well as a valid driver’s license. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. Please note: Candidates are discouraged from sending their applications through registered mail as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications. 
Note: The filling of the posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan the Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of employment Failure to comply with the above directives will result in the application not being considered. Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview.


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OTHER POSTS
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK SERVICES REF NO: DOE/07/2019
(3 Year Renewable Contract)
SALARY: R472 551 per annum
CENTRE: Pietermaritzburg, Head Office
 
REQUIREMENTS: 4 Year Diploma /Degree in Social Work, Registration and proof of current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP), Computer Literate-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, report writing and facilitation skills. Three years’ experience as a Social Worker. Valid Code 8 Driver’s License. Competencies: Knowledge of school social work services and programmes for learners attending Public Ordinary and Public Special Schools in line with the National Policy on HIV and AIDS, STI’s and TB for learners, Educators, School Support Staff and Officials in all Primary and Secondary Schools in the Basic Education Sector, DBE National Policy Framework on Care and Support for Teaching and Learning, My Life My Future Programme, Education White Paper6, and Integrated School Health Policies and Programmes.
 
DUTIES: Train Teachers, parents and support staff in early identification of social, emotional and behavioural barriers. Train teachers, parents and support staff to manage identified learners who experience social, emotional and behavioural barriers. Develop and Implement preventative programmes for learners, parents and School Governing Body’s (SGBs) to address social barriers that impact on learner’s school attendance, retention and performance. Provide assistance to and training of teachers, parents and SGBs with regard to legislation and the implementation of policies related to child safety, protection and development. Provide specialized social work support to strengthen School Health Teams, District and School based support teams (DBSTs/SBSTs), and Education Support Staff e.g. Learner, Support Agents. Provide social work inputs with regard to relevant policy development and reviews, conduct research and gather information to identify trends and needs with respect to social, emotional and behavioural barriers experienced by learners. Participate in inter-and intra-sectoral networks and collaborations to promote integrated programme delivery. Capacitate district officials and educators for the effective implementation of the Department’s Care and Support for Teaching and Learning Framework. Compile and present programme progress reports and maintain a caseload database. Participate in forums addressing social ills affecting learners.
 
ENQUIRES: Mr N. Bridglall Tel No: (033) 348 6127



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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HIV/AIDS LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION REF NO: DOE/06/2019 (X2 POSTS)
(3 Year Renewable Contract)
SALARY: R470 040 per annum. (Level 10)
CENTRE: Pietermaritzburg, Head Office
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate B Degree/Diploma with specialization in HIV and AIDS or Educational Psychology or Child and Youth Care/Social Work or Life Orientation or Public Health. Must have at least 5 years working experience in learner and teacher support in the field of HIV and AIDS or Educational Psychology or Child and Youth Care or Life Orientation or Social Support & Counselling or Community Development or Public Health and Code 8 Driver’s License. Competencies: Knowledge of project management as well as knowledge of the following legislation and policies: DBE National Policy, Care and Support for Teaching and Learning Framework, My Life My Future Programme, Education White Paper 6, PFMA, DORA and Key Strategic Documents of KZNDOE. The following are additional requirements: proven ability to communicate cross culturally with a range of public and private counterparts. Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to engage in proactive and informative discussions at all levels. Must be able to apply a sound judgement in dealing with Government officials, other technical programme officials, counterpart and other role-players. Proficiency in the use of computers (Word Processing, Excel and PowerPoint programmes) to allow the incumbent to prepare the required written and spoken English. Knowledge of one or more of the other South African official language will be an advantage.
 
DUTIES: Facilitate implementation of the following policies and programmes for learners in Public Special Schools: DBE National Policy on HIV and AIDS, STIs and TB, Integrated School Health Policy, Care and Support for Teaching and Learning Framework, My Life My Future Programme, Life Skills HIV and AIDS Education Programme. Capacitate district officials and educators for the effective implementation of the Department’s Care and Support for Teaching and Learning, HIV and AIDS Life skills and Integrated School Health Policies and Programmes. Management and Administration of the HIV and AIDS Conditional Grant. Monitoring, support, Evaluation and Reporting on the implementation and the impact of the Department’s Care and Support, HIV and AIDS Life Skills and Integrated School Health Policies and Programmes. Participate in inter-and intra-sectoral networks and collaborations to promote integrated programme delivery. Compile and present programme progress reports. Participate in forums addressing social ills affecting learners. Working collaboratively with Operation Sukuma Sakhe Structures, Sister Departments, Service Providers, Office of the Premier and Civil Society Partners in the implementation of the Department’s Care and Support, HIV and AIDS Life Skills and Integrated School Health Policies and Programmes. Performance management, Leadership and Supervision of the HIV and AIDS Conditional Grant Administrative Staff. Train teachers, parents and support staff in early identification and support strategies to manage risky behaviour among learners. Develop and implement preventative programmes for the school community to address social barriers that impact on learner attendance, retention and support.
 
ENQUIRES: Mr N. Bridglall: Tel No: (033) 348 6127