Inclusive Education Support Assistant (Permanent)

Youth Updates; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 129,783 - 158,624; Full time

Job summary

Limpopo Department of Education is recruiting 117 Teacher Aids for permanent positions across special schools. Roles are salary level 2 and offer strong job security and benefits.

Applicants should have Grade 12 and a caring, patient disposition to support teaching and learning in inclusive education settings. These are entry‑level, public service positions with opportunities for development in special needs education.

Qualifications

• Prerequisites include functional computer literacy and basic office software.
• Good interpersonal skills and record-keeping abilities are essential.
• Patience and compassion for supporting learners with special needs.
• Strong planning and coaching skills are desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure in a structured school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with assessments and classroom activities.
• Prepare classroom materials, teaching aids, ICT equipment, and assistive devices.
• Supervise learners during class, breaks, and playtime.
• Assist with classroom organization and administrative tasks.
• Provide individualised support to learners with special needs.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Record-keeping abilities

Patience and compassion

Strong planning and coaching skills

Ability to work under pressure

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Limpopo Department of Education is recruiting 117 Teacher Aids for permanent positions across special schools. Roles are salary level 2 and offer strong job security and benefits.

Applicants should have Grade 12 and a caring, patient disposition to support teaching and learning in inclusive education settings. These are entry‑level, public service positions with opportunities for development in special needs education.