We’ve gathered some of the most common questions you’ve asked — here are the answers you need for this year PYEI BEEI Phase V General School Teacher Asistant
WHAT POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
Education Assitants (EA) (must have Matric)
-Curriculum Assistants
-Reading Champions
-e-Cadres – ICT integration in classrooms
-Care & Support Assistants – psychosocial support
-Laboratory Assistants
-Workshop Assistants
General School Assistants (GSA)(do not need a Matric)
-Handymen/women – maintenance of school infrastructure
-Sports and Enrichment Assistants – lead sport, arts and cultural activities
WHERE DO I APPLY FOR EA OR GSA OPPORTUNITIES?
Applications Details can be VIEWED HERE .so make sure your details are up to date and you know your password.
HOW MANY SCHOOLS CAN I APPLY TO?
You can apply to more than 1 school as long as you live within a walking distance from the location of the school (5 km radius); except for farm/rural schools where the ideal distance is 30km or less.
I AM A RECIPIENT OF THE SRD R350 GOVERNMENT GRANT, DO I QUALIFY TO APPLY?
Yes, you may apply. However, if you are selected for an EA or GSA opportunity, you will be required to terminate the SRD R350 grant within one month of working.
HOW DO I SEARCH FOR A SCHOOL CLOSEST TO ME?
Step 1: Type “DBE”, “GSA” or “EA” in the role, industry, or company field
Step 2: Press the blue “Search” button.
REMEMBER:
• Only apply to schools within 5km walking distance from your home (or 30km for farm/rural schools).
• Your application won’t be considered if you live further away.
• Some schools have the same name so also check the school address.
WORRIED ABOUT NEPOTISM/CORRUPTION?
Report all nepotism/corruption concerns to the Department of Basic Education.
Email them at:
• [email protected] OR [email protected];
• Presidential Hotline [email protected];
• Public Service Commission [email protected]
Applications close on 9 May 2025
There’s no need to panic or rush on the first day — as long as you apply before the closing date, your application will be considered!
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