Applying for a teacher’s assistant (often called a teaching assistant or classroom assistant) job is usually straightforward, but it helps to be organized and intentional. Here’s how to go about it step by step:
1. Check the basic requirements
Most schools look for:
- A high school certificate (minimum)
- Good communication skills
- Basic literacy and numeracy
- Sometimes childcare or education-related experience (not always required)
. Prepare your documents
You’ll typically need:
- A CV (keep it simple and clear)
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of your qualifications
- Sometimes a police clearance certificate
Your CV should highlight:
- Any experience with children (even informal, like helping siblings or volunteering)
- Communication skills
- Reliability and teamwork
Look for job openings
Common places to find teacher assistant jobs:
- Local schools (visit or call directly)
- Government programs (like school assistant initiatives)
- Job websites such as Indeed or LinkedIn
- Community notice boards or WhatsApp groups
Prepare for interviews
If shortlisted, you might be asked:
- Why you want to work with children
- How you would handle discipline
- How you support a teacher in class
Keep answers practical and show patience and willingness to learn.
6. Consider volunteering (optional but helpful)
If you’re struggling to get hired, volunteering at a school can give you experience and improve your chances.
If you want, I can help you:
- Write a CV for a teacher assistant job
- Find current openings near you
- Or prepare answers for interviews
GENERAL WORKER REF NO: 3/3/1/26/2026
Directorate: Animal Health
SALARY : R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Mpumalanga: Skukuza
REQUIREMENTS :
ABET/Basic Education. Job Related Work Experience: Previous experience working with wild and large animals is recommended. Job Related Knowledge: Public Service Regulation. Procurement procedures. PFMA. Planning and
organizing. Cultural diversity. Health and safety. Job Related Skills: Good communication skills. Planning, Interpersonal skills, Problem solving, Interpretation, Analytical, Listening skills. Extended working hours.
DUTIES :
Clean relevant workstations and disposal of infections material. Cleaning of predator cages, stables and bomas. Removal of bedding and washing floors and walls of animal holding facilities. Maintain biosecurity standards at
workstation. Operating incinerator, incineration of refuse/waste and recording the disposal of items. Caring for animals/birds being accommodated and reporting problems. Supplying of correct food stuff to animals in quarantine. Rapid reporting of illness. Daily recording health parameters. Basic animal husbandry. Maintenance of quarantine grounds/gardens and the perimeter fence. Mowing lawns, trimming edges and removing vegetation from fences. Removal of water and foreign objects from premises. Daily inspection of electric fence ensuring proper functioning. Assisting with clinical work and necropsies. Assist with game capture operations. Carrying implements and equipment’s and equipment. Assist with necropsies and carcass incineration.
ENQUIRIES : Dr Linmarie de Klerk-Lorist Tel No: (013) 735 9082
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve
Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
GWrecruit26@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: Coloured, Indian, White Males and African, Coloured, White
Females and Persons with disability
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