Spread the love Examination Assistants (x270) and Quality Assurers (x1058) Needed! Table of Contents Toggle Examination Assistants (x270) and Quality Assurers (x1058) Needed!Position OverviewReference Numbers for Examination AssistantsMarking Centres for Quality AssurersPrimary FunctionsExamination Assistants (District & Head Offices)Quality Assurers (Marking Centres)Minimum RequirementsLeading CompetenciesWhy Apply?How to ApplyImportant DatesApplication NotesEnquiriesBe Part of Gauteng’s Education Future The Gauteng Department of Education is excited to offer short-term opportunities for 270 Examination Assistants and 1,058 Quality Assurers to support the 2025 examination process. Be part of a dynamic team ensuring the integrity of Gauteng’s education system! Position Overview Department: Gauteng Department of Education Directorate: Examinations Management Positions: Examination Assistant (270 vacancies) Quality Assurer (1,058 vacancies) Locations: Examination Assistants: District and Head Offices (see Reference Numbers below) Quality Assurers: Various Marking Centres (see table below) Package: As per applicable Personnel Administrative Measures (PAM) rates Contract Duration: Short-term (linked to 2025 examination period) Reference Numbers for Examination Assistants Reference Number Location HO25 Head Office GN25 Gauteng North GW25 Gauteng West TN25 Tshwane North TS25 Tshwane South GE25 Gauteng East EN25 Ekurhuleni North SE25 Sedibeng East SW25 Sedibeng West JE25 Johannesburg East JN25 Johannesburg North JS25 Johannesburg South JC25 Johannesburg Central JW25 Johannesburg West TW25 Tshwane West ES25 Ekurhuleni South Marking Centres for Quality Assurers Marking Centre Number of Positions Afrikaans Seuns Hoerskool 24 Hoerskool President 24 Allen Glen High School 24 Nokuthula Special School 24 Bracken High School 24 Hoerskool Florida 24 Hoerskool Alberton 24 Hoerskool Birchleigh 24 Hoerskool Dinamika 24 Hoerskool Linden 24 Jeppe Boys High School 24 Parktown Boys High School 24 Queens High School 24 UJ Metropolitan High School 24 West Ridge High School 24 Rand Girls High School 24 Rand Park Ridge High School 24 Hoerskool Elspark 24 Primary Functions Examination Assistants (District & Head Offices) Receive, check, control, and scan scripts daily. Verify script counts and marksheets per batch, subject, paper, and session. Address discrepancies and ensure proper documentation. Tag and pack scripts with correct marking venue labels and MP Flow control lists. Create and manage marking centre files for dispatched scripts. Assist with dispatching scripts to marking venues. Index and archive scripts post-marking for easy retrieval. Quality Assurers (Marking Centres) Receive, control, and distribute scripts to marking teams. Verify all questions are marked, marks are correctly added, and transferred to script front covers and marksheets. Address mark discrepancies and ensure amendments by marking teams. Reconcile and arrange scripts per subject, paper, and numerically for archival. Assist with controlling, distributing, and scanning scripts during marking. Minimum Requirements Qualification: Senior Certificate / National Senior Certificate / National Senior Certificate Vocational (NQF Level 4). Eligibility: Registered tertiary student, unemployed graduate, or unemployed person with a tertiary qualification. Skills: Numerical skills with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level. Advantage: Second-year and above tertiary students; previous experience in examinations administration. Note: Persons writing National Senior Certificate/Senior Certificate or AET Examinations in 2025, those who have taken the VSP, or those employed elsewhere are not eligible. Disability: Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply (proof of disability required). Leading Competencies Numerical skills and attention to detail. Time management under tight examination deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively or independently. Commitment to integrity and service excellence. Why Apply? Join a team dedicated to diversity, equity, and excellence in education. Gain valuable experience in examination administration while contributing to Gauteng’s education future. How to Apply Email Applications: Send to ExamAssistants@gauteng.gov.za. Include: Relevant Reference Number (e.g., HO25 for Head Office, Afrikaans Seuns Hoerskool 24 for Quality Assurer). Answer in Application: Have you passed matric or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification? Are you currently registered as a tertiary student? What is your current or highest year of study at tertiary level? Have you passed Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy at matric/tertiary level? Have you passed Accounting at matric or tertiary level? How many years of experience do you have as an Examination Assistant/Quality Assurer? Note: Failure to include the reference number will disqualify your application. Important Dates Opening Date: Monday, 12 August 2025 Closing Date: Monday, 25 August 2025 Application Notes Shortlisted candidates consent to risk checks (credit record, CV validation, employment record, criminal check, identity validation). No response within six weeks of closing date means your application was unsuccessful. Enquiries Contact: Mr. Harry Culling Tel: 010 601 8082 Email: ExamAssistants@gauteng.gov.za Be Part of Gauteng’s Education Future Apply now to become an Examination Assistant or Quality Assurer and make a lasting impact on the 2025 examination process! Apply Now Post navigation Administration Clerk Jobs in South Africa 2025: 35 Vacancies Office Aid Job Opportunity 2025
