NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND SPORT DEVELOPMENT

 
Skills: • The applicant must have advanced computer skills including Ms-Word, Ms-Excel and Ms-Power Point • They should have knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies • They should able to take initiatives, work under pressure and problem-solving if and when necessary • Facilitation skills • Planning and organising • Project management and advanced communication skills • Knowledge in Health Professions Act, SIAS, White paper 6, Regulate HPCSA and SASA.
 
Duties: • As a member of the school team, the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of support to the school • Support to be provided will include: Assessment of 1SPID enrolled in the school, provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families • Monitoring and reporting on these learners' progress, training caregivers on learning programme for LSPID, monitoring and reporting caregivers' implementation of the learning programme for LSPID • Provide training and sharing on therapy matters • Support teachers, on learning programme for LSPID • Manage therapy support materials and equipment • Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning programme in school • Advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided.
 
Enquires: Ms M Bles, tel. 018 388 3315, Ms S.L Tong, tel. 018 389 8152 and Ms Mtotoba: tel. 018 389 8152
 
Note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a computer test.
 
 
 
 
 
Physiotherapist (2 Posts)
Salary Notch: R350 199
• Ref no: PHY/01 (Please indicate the name of the School of your choice on the form)
• Retlametswe Special School (1) MM Sebitloane Special School (1)
 
Requirements: • Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate three/four year Diploma/Degree qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist with three years' experience •The incumbent must be able to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disability • They should have experience in working as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders • They should be able to take initiative • Experience in coordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage • The incumbent will function as part of the District-Based Support Team(DBST) with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to special schools that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disability (LSPID) • A valid driver's license.
 
Skills: • The applicant must have advanced computer skills including Ms-Word, Ms-Excel and Ms-Power Point • They should have knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies • They should able to take initiatives • Work under pressure and problem-solving if and when necessary • Facilitation Skills • Planning and organising • Project management and advanced communication skills.
 
Duties: • Assess the learner's level of functioning to identify barriers to learning based on the therapist's scope of practice • Conduct screening for the learners • Administer formal and informal assessment • Analyse and interpret information to make decisions regarding the need for therapeutic intervention • Develop therapy intervention plans based on the assessment findings • Collaborate with, team members in the provision of support to designated schools • They should provide support that include: • Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/care centres • Provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families • Monitoring and reporting on these learners progress • Training caregivers on learning programme for LSPID • Monitoring and implementation of the learning programme for LSPID •Training and supporting teachers on learning programme for LSPID • Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning programme in designated schools • Carry out administrative functions related to the support provided • The incumbent may also be required to provide support to other learners in the community as and when needed.
 
Enquires: Ms M Bles, tel. 018 388 3315, Ms SL Tong, tel. 018 389 8152 and Ms E Ntlatieng, tel. 018 389 8152
 
Note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a computer test.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Psychologist
Salary Notch: R350 199
• Ref no: PSY/01 (Please indicate the name of the School of your choice on the form)
• Daedraad Special School (1)
 
Requirements: • Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate three/four year Diploma/Degree qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist, with three years' experience • The incumbent must be able to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disability • They should have experience in working as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders • They should be able to take initiative • Experience in co-ordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage • The incumbent will function as part of the District-Based Support Team(DBST) with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to special schools that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disability (LSPID) • A valid driver's license.
 
Skills: • The applicant must have advanced computer skills including Ms-Word, Ms-Excel and Ms-Power Point • They should have knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies • They should able to take initiatives • Work under pressure and problem-solving if and when necessary • Facilitation Skills • Planning and organising • Project management and advanced communication skills.
 
Duties: • As a member of the transversal team the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of support to designated schools and care centres on an itinerant basis • Support to be provided will include: Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/care centres • Provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families • Monitoring and reporting on these learners' progress • Training caregivers on learning programme for LSPID • Monitoring and reporting caregivers' implementation of the learning programme for LSPID • Training and supporting teachers on learning programme for LSPID • Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning programme in designated schools and care centres • Advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided • The incumbent may also be required to provide support to other learners in the community as and when needed.
 
Enquiries: Ms M Bles, tel. 018 388 3315, Ms SL Tong, tel. 018 389 8152 and Ms E Ntlatleng, tel. 018 389 8152
 
Note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a computer test.
 

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Professional Nurse (4 Posts)
Salary Notch: R212 106
• Ref no: NRS/01 (Please indicate the name of the School of your choice on the form)
• Protea Park Primary School (2) Retlametswe Special School (2)
 
Requirements: • Applicants must be in possession of Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or professional Nurse, three (3) years' experience as a nurse in a hospital of community health clinic plus registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) and a valid driver's license (Code 8).
 
Skills: • The applicant must have advanced computer skills including Ms-Word, Ms-Excel and Ms-Power Point • They should have knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies .They should be able to take initiative • Work under pressure and problem-solving if and when necessary • Facilitation Skills • Planning and organising • Project management and advanced communication skills • He/she should have experience working as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders • Advanced knowledge of EMR's • Ability to explain treatment and conditions of leaners • Knowledge of health care Laws and Basic conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Compensation for Occupational injuries and disease Act, SASA, SIAS, Child Care Act, Physical Education Handbook and School Health Manual.
 
Duties: • Provision of health assessment for pupil s with special needs • First Aid and assistance in rehabilitation in special schools • Provide educational support to learners and family members • Plan and carry out evidence based care • Provide administrative nursing support to the school e.g. develop and revise the school health policies • Perform administrative and managerial functions, e.g. Units' staff, budget, planning and long-ranging goals • Develop and implement health plans for pupils with special needs • The incumbent will actively participate as member of School based Support Team • Collaborate with team members in provision of support to special schools • Monitoring and reporting on these learners' progress • Training educators • Monitoring and reporting on implementation of the learning programme for LSPID • Training and supporting teachers on learning programme for LSPID.
 
Enquiries: Ms M Bles, tel. 018 388 3315, Ms SL Tong, tel. 018 389 8152
 
Note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a computer test.
 
 
The North West Department of Education and Sport Development is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially in respect of race, gender and disability.
 
Note: Applications must be submitted on a EDNW2 form, obtainable from North West Department of Education and Sport Development, and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (including full particulars of qualifications, skills, competencies and knowledge). These must be supported by certified copies of educational certificates and Identity Document. If an applicant wishes to withdraw his or her application, it must be done in writing and addressed to the Head of Department. Under no circumstances will the Department accept required application documents through facsimile or e-mail. The successful candidate will be subjected to personnel suitability check. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Due to the huge number of applications for posts, acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be done. We will only communicate with candidates to be invited for interviews. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment of position(s).
 
Applications should be sent to Physical address: Taletso Building, Chief Directorate HRM & D, Dr Albert Lethuli Drive, Mmabatho, 2735 or Postal Address: Private Bag x 2044, Mmabatho, 2735 for the attention of Ms Agnes Dithejane tel, (018) 388 4131
 
The Department reserves the right not to make any appointments to the advertised posts.
 
 
Closing date: 22 October 2019
(posted applications must have reached the Department by 16:30 on this date, otherwise they will not be considered).