Social Services Professional (X6 Posts)
Job Details
- Job title:Social Worker
- Reference Number: PS4/2026/04
- Department: Early Childhood Development (ECD) Directorate
- Location: Head Office, Bloemfontein
- Number of Posts: 6
- Salary
- Grade 1: R338,208 per annum (Occupational Specific Dispensation – OSD)
The salary notch will be determined according to the applicant’s years of experience after registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker.
Main Purpose of the Position
To provide administrative, compliance, monitoring, and support services for Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes, particularly in relation to ECD centre registration, infrastructure support, subsidy administration, and programme compliance. The position also assists with community engagement, site visits, documentation management, and coordination between ECD centres and government stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
1. ECD Registration and Compliance Support
- Assist with ECD centre registration processes.
- Process, organise, and track registration documentation.
- Ensure applications meet registration requirements.
- Verify supporting documents and compliance records.
- Monitor progress of registration applications.
- Identify incomplete or incorrect submissions and facilitate corrections.
2. ECD Subsidy Administration Support
- Assist with documentation required for ECD subsidy applications.
- Monitor subsidy-related records and supporting evidence.
- Support the administration and verification of funding applications.
- Ensure compliance with subsidy requirements and procedures.
3. Documentation and Records Management
- Upload and maintain ECD programme records on approved systems.
- Manage electronic and physical documentation.
- Ensure accurate filing and record keeping.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Support audit and compliance processes.
4. Data Management and Reporting
- Update and maintain district-level ECD centre information.
- Prepare reports and data updates for management.
- Compile supporting evidence for registration and site visits.
- Monitor attendance, incidents, and programme progress where required.
- Assist with tracking and reporting on ECD programme activities.
5. Site Visit Support and Monitoring
- Accompany provincial and district officials during ECD site visits.
- Assist with:
- Documentation collection
- Compliance verification
- Practitioner engagement
- Registration enquiries
- Subsidy-related enquiries
- Support site readiness assessments and follow-up actions.
6. Stakeholder Liaison and Coordination
- Communicate with:
- ECD centres
- District officials
- Community organisations
- Field staff
- Coordinate site visits and follow-up activities.
- Provide administrative support to stakeholders involved in ECD programmes.
7. Community Development and Resource Mobilisation
- Assist in identifying and mobilising community resources.
- Collaborate with:
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
- Clinics
- Schools
- Government departments
- Support initiatives aimed at strengthening ECD services within communities.
Minimum Requirements
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
- A Certificate in Social Auxiliary Work, or
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
Professional Registration
Applicants must be registered with the:
- South African Council for Social Service Professions
as either:
- A Social Worker, or
- A Social Auxiliary Worker.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in:
- Social Work, or
- Social Auxiliary Work.
Required Knowledge
Early Childhood Development (ECD)
Knowledge of:
- Early Childhood Development principles.
- Child development stages.
- Age-appropriate stimulation practices.
- Play-based learning approaches.
- ECD programme implementation and monitoring.
ECD Legislation and Policy
Understanding of:
- ECD policies and regulations.
- Registration requirements for ECD centres.
- ECD subsidy processes and funding requirements.
- Child protection and welfare frameworks.
- Government procedures relating to ECD services.
Administration and Compliance
Knowledge of:
- Record management practices.
- Documentation control.
- Compliance monitoring processes.
- Reporting procedures.
- Government administrative systems.
Community Development
Understanding of:
- Community mobilisation techniques.
- Stakeholder engagement.
- Interdepartmental collaboration.
- Community support services and referral networks.
Information Management
Knowledge of:
- Data confidentiality requirements.
- Ethical handling of personal information.
- Information security and record protection.
Required Skills and Competencies
Administrative Skills
- Document management.
- Filing and record keeping.
- Data capturing and information management.
- Report preparation and administration.
Communication Skills
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Good written communication abilities.
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with ECD practitioners and officials.
Monitoring and Evaluation Skills
- Compliance monitoring.
- Site visit support and verification.
- Data collection and reporting.
- Programme tracking and follow-up.
Social Work Skills
- Community engagement.
- Case support and referral processes.
- Advocacy and support services.
- Understanding of child and family support environments.
Organisational Skills
- Planning and coordination.
- Time management.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Personal Attributes
- Professional integrity.
- Confidentiality and ethical conduct.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Compassion and commitment to community development.