Company: OUTsurance
Position: OSS Hastings Learnership
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Contract Learnership (18 Months)
Stipend: R9,000 per month
Industry: Financial Services / Insurance
Closing Date: Open (Apply Early)
Learnership Opportunities 2026 – Call Centre and Insurance Training Programme
OUTsurance is offering an exciting OSS Hastings Learnership Programme for unemployed youth in South Africa who are interested in starting a career in the call centre, customer service, and insurance industry. This structured 18-month programme combines workplace experience with formal training, providing learners with essential skills for long-term employment.
This learnership is ideal for candidates looking for entry-level learnerships, no-experience jobs, or opportunities in the financial services sector.
About OUTsurance
OUTsurance is a leading insurance company in South Africa with over 28 years of experience in shaping the industry. The company is known for:
- Innovative digital solutions
- Customer-focused services
- Strong workplace culture
- Commitment to employee development
OUTsurance values people who are energetic, motivated, and eager to develop their skills while contributing to a positive team environment.
Purpose of the Learnership
The OSS Hastings Learnership is designed to:
- Provide unemployed youth with workplace experience
- Develop key call centre and customer service skills
- Build foundational knowledge of the insurance industry
- Prepare learners for future employment opportunities
Participants will gain hands-on experience while receiving structured training, making them job-ready upon completion.
Learners will benefit from:
- Monthly stipend of R9,000
- Practical work experience in a real business environment
- Formal training towards a qualification
- Exposure to the insurance and financial services industry
- Development of communication and customer service skills
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- No work experience required
- Strong interest in call centre or customer service roles
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the INSETA Learnership Programme, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35
- Be unemployed for at least 6 months
- Not previously participated in an INSETA learnership
- Not be registered for any other qualification or learnership
Key Responsibilities
The successful learners will be expected to:
Customer Service and Call Centre Operations
- Interact with customers professionally
- Handle customer queries and requests
- Deliver high-quality customer service
- Build positive relationships with clients
Workplace Learning and Development
- Participate in all training sessions
- Complete required assessments
- Apply learned skills in the workplace
Administrative and Operational Support
- Maintain accurate customer records
- Follow company procedures and processes
- Assist with daily operational tasks
- Support team performance goals
Working Hours
Learners will work according to a shift schedule:
- Friday to Monday shifts (9 hours per day)
- Saturday shifts (8 hours)
- Sunday shifts (5 hours)
- Two weekdays off (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday)
- One weekday allocated for training
Public Holidays
- Learners may be required to work on South African public holidays if scheduled
- Exclusions may apply based on international calendars
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates must demonstrate:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to multitask effectively
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving ability
Personal Attributes
Applicants should possess:
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Professional behaviour
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong work ethic
Learners are expected to:
- Engage professionally with colleagues and clients
- Take initiative in tasks and responsibilities
- Respond positively to change
- Maintain a customer-focused approach
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Office-based call centre environment
- Fast-paced and performance-driven setting
- Interaction with customers and team members
- Continuous learning and development
Why Apply for This Learnership
This opportunity offers:
- A structured learning programme
- Exposure to a leading insurance company
- Opportunity to build career-ready skills
- Strong foundation in financial services
After completing the programme, learners may pursue:
- Call Centre Agent roles
- Administrative positions
- Financial services careers
Employment Equity
OUTsurance is committed to:
- Equal opportunity employment
- Diversity and inclusion
- Supporting previously disadvantaged groups
Preference will be given to candidates who meet Employment Equity requirements.
- This is a learnership, not permanent employment
- Learners will receive a stipend, not a salary
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Applicants must meet all eligibility criteria
Closing Date
Applications are open until filled, early application is encouraged