How to Apply for Teachers Assistants in 2026

The Department of Basic Education, in partnership with SA Youth, is now recruiting for Phase V of the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI-BEEI). This opportunity is aimed at unemployed youth who want to gain valuable experience by working in public schools across South Africa.

Participants will receive R4,000 per month (less 1% UIF contribution), plus R30.00 data allowance.

• Curriculum Assistants: You must have at least achieved 40% (level 3 pass) in the subject you will be supporting in.
• Reading Champion: You should have passed the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT) of the school at matric level and demonstrate a passion for reading.
• Laboratory Assistants: You should have passed Physical Science at matric level and demonstrate a passion for science.
• Workshop Assistants: You should have a matriculation certificate with engineering subjects.
• Psychosocial Support/Counselling - Child & Youth Care Worker (CYCW): You should have passed matric and demonstrate a passion for providing care and support.
• E-Cadre / ICT Assistants: You should have passed IT as a subject in matric OR have a qualification or a certificate course in IT.
• GSA - GENERAL SCHOOL ASSISTANTS (matric NOT required): To help with infrastructure maintenance and cultural activities.
• Infrastructure Maintenance (Handyman): You should have a passion for infrastructure maintenance related jobs and maintenance (no matric requirement).
• Sports and Enrichment Assistants (SEA): You must show interest in sports, arts and culture (no matric requirement).

• In the search bar, you should type 'school assistant' or search for the name of the school closest to you.
• A list of jobs available in your area will come up which will also include the opportunity cards for the schools that are closest to you. Only apply at schools that you have easy access to.
• Click the 'read more' button which would enable you to see further details about the job.
• If you are interested in the opportunity, click 'apply now'.
• Follow the prompts and provide the relevant information to complete your application.
• You will then receive confirmation that your application has been successful.

Should you be shortlisted, you will be contacted through SMS or a phone call by the school.

If you're given an interview, you will need to ensure you bring the required documents.

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