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Social Worker: Care And Families: Grade 3

Department

Department of Social Development

Location

iLembe District

Salary

Grade 3: R496 668 per annum

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

DSD11/08/2026ILEMBE

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How to apply

  1. Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number DSD11/08/2026ILEMBE.
  2. Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
  3. Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
  4. Make sure it arrives before the closing date. Late applications are not considered.
Fill my Z83 for this job Check my fit (CV)Official circular PDF

Requirements

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Social Work. Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker. Only Shortlisted candidates will submit proof of current registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession as a Social Worker. A minimum of 20 years’ appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with SACSSP; A Valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Public Service Act; Public service Regulations; Batho-Pele principles; Labour Relations; Research Methodology; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems; The ability and competence to assist; develop; advocate for; and empower individuals; families; groups; organizations and communities to enhance their functioning

Duties

Render a social service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes; Support Services Offices and Non-Profit Organisations (NPO’s); Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and Social Welfare fields of probation services; Perform all the administrative functions require of the jobs.

Enquiries

Ms SH Mfeka Tel No: (031) 336 8727, iLembe District

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 36 of 2026.

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