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SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (5/8TH POST)

Provincial Administration: Western Cape

Salary band

R 211 380

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

PSC 30/267

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Western Cape

Location

New Somerset Hospital

Salary

Grade 1: R211 380 per annum Grade 2: R258 129 per annum Grade 3: R310 419 per annum Grade 4: R380 538 per annum

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as 207

Duties

Provision of comprehensive, client centred clinical social work services to adults and children in a district hospital. Ensure safe discharge plans, support and protection of vulnerable individuals and families. Conduct psychosocial assessments aimed at identifying conditions within individuals that justify relevant interventions. implementation of applicable social work interventions. Effective engagement and networking with the multidisciplinary team as well as all relevant external stakeholders. Keep up to date with new developments in social work. Utilize and manage resources. Support social workers, volunteers and students. Assist with the achievement of department and organisational goals. Perform all administrative functions required of the job. Deliver an accountable social work service through the appropriate implementation of social work processes.

Enquiries

Ms C Herwell Tel No: (021) 402-6621

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Closing Date

2026-09-04T17:00:00+02:00

About social work and community development roles in South Africa

Social work is a regulated profession in South Africa and all social workers must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). The Department of Social Development is the largest public sector employer of social workers, with posts distributed across all nine provinces. Community development workers are employed at both provincial and municipal level and play a critical role in service delivery and community liaison.

·Your SACSSP registration number and the year of registration must appear on your CV for all social work applications.

·Posts in child protection, probation services, and substance abuse rehabilitation require specific experience in those sub-fields.

·Social work posts in rural areas are frequently unfilled due to a shortage of registered practitioners willing to relocate. These posts may attract rural allowances.

·Community development worker posts do not always require social work registration but a relevant qualification at NQF level 4 or above is standard.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Western Cape. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP)
·Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as 207

Key Duties

·Provision of comprehensive, client centred clinical social work services to adults and children in a district hospital
·Ensure safe discharge plans, support and protection of vulnerable individuals and families
·Conduct psychosocial assessments aimed at identifying conditions within individuals that justify relevant interventions
·implementation of applicable social work interventions
·Effective engagement and networking with the multidisciplinary team as well as all relevant external stakeholders
·Keep up to date with new developments in social work
·Utilize and manage resources
·Support social workers, volunteers and students
·Assist with the achievement of department and organisational goals
·Perform all administrative functions required of the job

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include your current SACSSP registration certificate and membership number
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sprecruit40@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (5/8TH POST) position at Provincial Administration: Western Cape?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Provincial Administration: Western Cape from your Gmail account. The closing date is 4 September 2026.

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What is the salary for the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (5/8TH POST) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 211 380. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (5/8TH POST) application close?+

The closing date for this position is 4 September 2026 - 13 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.