Department of Education Vacancies
Department of Education Vacancies 2026 – Apply for 578 Permanent Posts at Public Special Schools
The Limpopo Department of Education has officially advertised 578 permanent vacancies in Public Special Schools across the province under Departmental Circular No. 131 of 2026. These opportunities are available in various districts, including Mopani, Vhembe, Capricorn, Sekhukhune, and Waterberg.
Whether you have Grade 10, Grade 12, or relevant qualifications, there are multiple positions available for job seekers looking to build a career in the public service.
Available Posts
The circular includes the following permanent vacancies:
- Brailist – 11 Posts
- Driver/Messenger – 26 Posts
- Teacher Aid – 117 Posts
- Administrative Assistant – 29 Posts
- General Assistant – 146 Posts
- Housekeeper Supervisor – 30 Posts
- Housekeeper (Male) – 85 Posts
- Housekeeper (Female) – 78 Posts
- Food Service Worker – 56 Posts
General Assistant (146 Posts)
One of the biggest opportunities in this circular is the General Assistant position.
Salary
- Salary Level: 02
- Salary: R144,024 per annum
- Salary Range: R144,024 – R169,656 per annum.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification, or
- Differentiated Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (DCAPS) Grade 5, or
- Technical Occupational Curriculum (TOC) Level 4 for persons with intellectual disabilities.
Duties
Successful applicants will be responsible for:
- Maintaining school grounds
- Performing minor infrastructure maintenance
- Cleaning classrooms, offices and hostels where applicable
- Assisting with classroom and school furniture
- Performing other duties delegated by the school principal.
Administrative Assistant (29 Posts)
Salary
- Salary: R144,024 per annum
- Salary Level: 02.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
- Functional computer literacy will be an added advantage.
Duties
- Managing correspondence
- Filing and maintaining records
- Scheduling meetings
- Office administration
- Managing office supplies
- Typing and photocopying documents
- Asset and stock management.
Teacher Aid (117 Posts)
Salary
- R170,226 per annum
- Salary Range: R170,226 – R200,523 per annum.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Functional computer literacy is an added advantage.
Duties
Teacher Aids will assist educators by:
- Supporting teaching and learning
- Assisting learners during classroom activities
- Preparing learning materials
- Supervising learners during class and breaks
- Helping with classroom administration
- Providing support to learners with disabilities.
Driver/Messenger (26 Posts)
Salary
- R201,093 per annum
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Valid Code 10 driver’s licence with PDP
- Driver competency test before appointment
- Bus driving experience will be an advantage.
Housekeeper and Food Service Worker Posts
The Department has also advertised:
- Housekeeper Supervisor – 30 Posts
- Housekeeper (Male) – 85 Posts
- Housekeeper (Female) – 78 Posts
- Food Service Worker – 56 Posts
Most of these positions require Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification, while a valid driver’s licence may be an added advantage for some positions.
Areas Where Posts Are Available
Vacancies are spread across special schools in:
- Mopani District
- Vhembe District
- Capricorn District
- Sekhukhune District
- Waterberg District.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 Application Form together with a comprehensive CV.
According to the circular, applications can be submitted:
- Online through the Limpopo e-Recruitment system, or
- Hand delivered to the relevant office as indicated in the circular.
DOWNLOAD THE FULL DOCUMENT HERE
Closing Date
Friday, 24 July 2026 at 16:00. Late applications will not be considered.