Clinical Preceptor

University of the Free State; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A Leading South African University is seeking a Clinical Preceptor for its nursing program in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will orientate students, facilitate clinical learning, and provide crucial supervisory support. Ideal applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, South African Nursing Council registration, and relevant clinical speciality qualifications. This position offers a contract for 5 years and involves a commitment to student development in a dynamic environment. Apply before February 1, 2026.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Medical aid scheme

Group life insurance

Housing allowance

Study benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing on NQF Level 8 or equivalent.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a professional nurse.
• Additional qualification in one or more clinical specialty required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Orientate students in clinical facilities and skills lab.
• Facilitate clinical teaching and learning assessments.
• Provide ongoing supervision and support to students.
• Monitor students' clinical activities and maintain records.
• Participate in evaluating clinical learning experiences.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Clinical supervision

Teaching skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing on NQF Level 8

Registration with the South African Nursing Council

Additional qualification in clinical specialty

Valid driver’s license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Clinical Preceptor (Bachelor of Nursing) (3 positions) (Contract appointment: 5 years) (Job ID 6339) Organizational Unit: University of the Free State - Faculty of Health Sciences - School of Nursing Contract Type: Contract Occupational Level: Junior Management Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

This post was previously advertised as Job ID 6303. All applications received in response to the previous advertisement will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

BUT TO ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE, YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS LISTED UNDER THE INHERENT REQUIREMENTS, AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING STANDARD DOCUMENTATION:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientate students both in the skills laboratory and clinical facilities.
• Facilitate clinical teaching and learning as well as assessments of students in the clinical learning environment.
• Accompany students in the clinical facility for continuous supervision and support.
• Participate in an ongoing evaluation of clinical learning experiences.
• Monitor students' clinical movements and keep necessary records.
• Maintain a portfolio of evidence of own work and submit regularly as stipulated.
• Perform other clinical duties assigned.
• Participate in assessment competence and remedial support of students.
• Provide constructive feedback and coaching of students.
• Apply effective communication, interpersonal and conflict management skills to foster collaboration among students, clinical staff, and patients.
• Mediate between the UFS School of Nursing and Clinical Practice.

Inherent Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing on NQF Level 8 or equivalent (attach a copy).
• Registration with the South Africa Nursing Council as a professional nurse (General, Psychiatry, Community) and Midwife (attach a copy).
• Additional qualification in one or more clinical speciality (attach a copy).
• A valid driver’s license (attach a copy).

Recommendations

• Masters degree in Nursing on NQF level 9 (attach a copy).
• Additional qualification in Nursing Education (attach a copy).
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as an assessor and/or moderator (attach a copy).

Competencies

• Results oriented:
  • The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
  • The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
• Strategic thinking:
  • The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organized manner.
  • The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
• Business acumen:
  • The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
  • Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
  • The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
  • The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions:
  • The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
  • The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of Duties

As soon as possible.

Closing Date

1 February 2026.

Salary

The salary is available on request.

Fringe Benefits

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email [e-mail] or [e-mail]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813/2979/2558 for assistance.

General

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

THE UNIVERSITY RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO FILL THE POST. THE UFS WILL ONLY CONSIDER APPLICATIONS OF CANDIDATES WHO MEET ALL THE INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. COMMUNICATION WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY. SHOULD YOU NOT BE CONTACTED WITHIN SIX WEEKS OF THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS, YOU MAY ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL.