The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) is excited to invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for 294 Examination Assistant and 951 Quality Assurer positions for the 2025 examination cycle across various districts and marking centres in Gauteng. These temporary roles offer a unique opportunity for students, unemployed graduates, and individuals with relevant qualifications to contribute to the education sector while gaining valuable administrative and professional experience.
Position:
- Examination Assistant X294
- Quality Assurers X951
Examination Assistant x 294
| Reference Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Quality Assurers x 951
| Reference Number | Marking Centres |
|---|---|
| Alberton High School25 | Alberton High School |
| Allen Glen High School25 | Allen Glen High School |
| Hoerskool Garsfontein25 | Hoerskool Garsfontein |
| Hoerskool President25 | Hoerskool President |
| Nokuthula Special School25 | Nokuthula Special School |
| Bracken High School25 | Bracken High School |
| Bryanston High School25 | Bryanston High School |
| Bryanston High School 225 | Bryanston High School 2 |
| Florida High School25 | Florida High School |
| Hoerskool Alberton25 | Hoerskool Alberton |
| Hoerskool Birchleigh25 | Hoerskool Birchleigh |
| Hoerskool Dinamika25 | Hoerskool Dinamika |
| Hoerskool Linden25 | Hoerskool Linden |
| Hoerskool Voortrekker25 | Hoerskool Voortrekker |
| Parktown Boys High School25 | Parktown Boys High School |
| Queens High School25 | Queens High School |
| Rand Girls High School25 | Rand Girls High School |
| Rand Park Ridge High School25 | Rand Park Ridge High School |
| UJ Metropolitan High School25 | UJ Metropolitan High School |
| West Ridge High School25 | West Ridge High School |
Package:
- As per applicable Personnel Administrative Measures (PAM) rates
Requirements:
- Recognised academic qualification: Senior Certificate / National Senior Certificate / National Senior Certificate Vocational.
- Applicants must be either:
- Registered students at tertiary institutions (preferably second year or above),
- Unemployed persons with one or more tertiary qualifications,
- Unemployed graduates.
- Must have numerical skills with Math / Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level.
- Previous experience as an Examination Assistant or Quality Assurer in District Office / Marking Centre or Office is advantageous.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Main Responsibilities:
- Receive, check, control, scan, and pack exam scripts daily.
- Ensure correct number and batch details (scripts, marksheets) per subject, paper, session.
- Resolve any discrepancies related to scripts and marksheets.
- Ensure scripts bags include two copies of MP Flow control list and are properly labelled (colour coded).
- Create marking centre files of scripts for dispatch.
- Assist in dispatching scripts to marking venues.
- Archive scripts after marking for easy retrieval.
- Receive and archive marked scripts at Head Office.
Important Notes:
- Persons writing National Senior Certificate / Senior Certificate and AET exams in 2025, those who took the VSP, or those employed elsewhere cannot apply.
- Only applications submitted after 12 August 2024 will be considered.
- Closing date is 29 August 2025.
Enquiries:
- Contact Person: Mr Harry Culling
- Telephone: 010 601 8082
- Email: ExamAssistants@gauteng.gov.za
Criteria Questions Included in Application:
- Have you passed matric or equivalent NQF level 4?
- Are you currently registered as a tertiary student?
- What is your current or highest year of study at tertiary level?
- Have you passed Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy at matric/tertiary level?
- Have you passed Accounting at matric or tertiary level?
- How many years experience do you have as Examination Assistant/Quality Assurer?
Acknowledgment:
- Due to volume, only successful applicants will be acknowledged by 01 December 2025.
- If you do not hear back by then, consider your application unsuccessful.
How To Apply