PYEI BEEI Phase 5 (V) 2025 Ranking , Interview Questions Shortlisting And Contracting
INTERVIEWS
19 May – 31 May 2025
CONTRACT START DATE 02 June 2025
RANKING
9-18 MAY 2025
RANKING 9-18TH MAY 2025
Applications will be matched against the qualifying criteria. If you meet the requirements, your details will be sent to schools for shortlisting. Should you be shortlisted, the school will invite you for an interview – so use this time to get prepared. Make sure your documents are in order and be ready to show up with confidence when you receive the invite.
You’ve done the hard part by applying for PYEI BEEI Phase V (5) Teacher assistants Jobs —now it’s time to show up and shine. We’ll be sharing simple, practical tips to help you prepare, feel confident, and make the best impression at your interview.
From what to wear, what to bring, to how to answer common questions—we’ve got you covered.
Let’s Get You Ready!
Interviews don’t have to be scary — the key is to prepare.
From planning your route to prepping your outfit, these steps will help you show up prepared and confident.
- Know the company and job
- Practice your answers
- Plan your childcare and transport
- Pack your documents and notebook
Top 10 Interview Questions
Ever wonder what kind of questions to expect in an interview?
Start preparing with this list of Top 10 Interview Questions – including the Top 5 you must be ready to answer.
Practising your answers ahead of time helps you stay calm and confident during the interview.
Bonus: Don’t forget to prepare your own questions for the interviewer too!
MUST BE ABLE TO ANSWER!
1. Can you tell me about yourself?
2. What do you know about our company?
3. What is exciting to you about this job opportunity?
4. Why should we hire you for this job?
5. Do you have any questions for us?
EXTRA QUESTIONS
6. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
7. Tell me about a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.
8. Can you give an example of a time when you took initiative to get something done?
9. How do you handle feedback that helps you improve your work?
10. Where do you see yourself in five years?
SHORTLISTING 19-26 MAY 2025
If you’re shortlisted, you will receive an SMS from the school or Provincial Education Department (PED) inviting you to an interview. Check out interview tips on the SA Youth Facebook page to help you prepare.
INTERVIEWS 19-31 MAY 2025
If you have not heard back from the school by 1 June 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful. SA Youth cannot provide application feedback.
CONTRACTING Until 31 MAY 2025
All selections and contracting should be completed by 31 May 2025, as this will mark the end of the interviewing and contracting process.