Nursing Assistant Grade 1–3 – 5 Posts

The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified and registered candidates to apply for five Nursing Assistant positions within the Nursing Services Directorate at Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital.

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Job Details

Employer: Department of Health – Gauteng Provincial Government
Directorate: Nursing Services
Position: Nursing Assistant Grade 1–3
Reference Number: refs/056156
Number of Posts: 5
Facility: Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital
Province: Gauteng
Employment Type: Government position
Closing Date: 21 August 2026
Enquiries: Ms K Kelembe – 012 318 6634/6930

Salary

The position is graded according to the applicant’s qualifying experience:

Grade 1: R181,230 per annum, plus benefits
Grade 2: R211,401 per annum, plus benefits
Grade 3: R249,141 per annum, plus benefits

The applicable salary grade will depend on the candidate’s recognised nursing experience and the requirements of the post.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
A qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant.
Current 2026 SANC registration as a Nursing Assistant.
Appropriate recognised nursing experience after registration with SANC.
Knowledge of basic nursing care processes and procedures.
Knowledge of nursing legislation and relevant legal frameworks.
Understanding of the National Core Standards.
Knowledge of the Nursing Act.
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Understanding of the Patient’s Rights Charter.
Knowledge of Batho Pele principles.
Familiarity with Public Service Regulations.
Understanding of the Labour Relations Act and applicable disciplinary and grievance procedures.

Experience Requirements by Grade

Grade 1

Applicants require less than 3 years of appropriate/recognised nursing experience after registration with SANC as an Enrolled Nurse, as specified in the vacancy requirements.

Grade 2

Applicants require 10 years or more but less than 13 years of appropriate/recognised experience with SANC as a Nursing Assistant.

Grade 3

Applicants require 20 years or more but less than 23 years of appropriate/recognisable experience after registration with SANC as a Nursing Assistant.

Applicants should carefully assess their experience against the specific grade requirements before applying.

Key Responsibilities

The appointed Nursing Assistants will be responsible for supporting patients and nursing teams in the delivery of basic nursing care.

Duties include:

Assisting patients with activities of daily living.
Providing physical care to patients.
Providing elementary clinical nursing care.
Supporting patients according to their individual care needs.
Promoting patient comfort and basic wellbeing.
Using nursing resources effectively.
Working according to established nursing procedures.
Maintaining professional and ethical standards.
Participating in professional development.
Maintaining and improving personal nursing knowledge and skills.
Complying with applicable healthcare legislation and departmental policies.

Important Skills and Knowledge

The successful candidates should have an understanding of:

Basic patient care.
Nursing procedures.
Patient rights and responsibilities.
Professional nursing ethics.
Batho Pele principles.
Occupational health and safety.
Public-sector procedures.
Labour relations principles.
Nursing legislation.
Infection prevention and general healthcare standards.
Effective use of healthcare resources.

Application Requirements

Applications must be completed using the new amended Z83 application form and accompanied by a comprehensive CV.

The CV should clearly highlight information demonstrating that the applicant meets the requirements of the advertised position.

Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number: refs/056156 on their application.

Do Not Submit Supporting Documents Initially

Applicants should not submit copies of qualifications, certificates, identity documents, driver’s licences or other supporting documents with the initial application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified or relevant supporting documentation.

Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates may be required to:

Attend a selection interview.
Complete a practical pre-entry assessment.
Complete an integrity assessment.
Undergo qualification verification.
Undergo security screening and vetting.
Undergo medical surveillance if recommended for appointment.

Candidates must be available for interviews at the date, time and venue determined by the Department.

People With Disabilities

The Department of Health encourages people with disabilities who meet the requirements to apply.

Medical surveillance for recommended applicants will be conducted at no cost to the applicants.

Important Notice to Applicants

Due to the anticipated high number of applications, applications will not be acknowledged individually.

If you do not receive any communication from the Department within three months after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Late applications will not be considered.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted online through the Gauteng Provincial Government’s Professional Job Centre:

Reference: refs/056156

Closing Date: 21 August 2026

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is suitable for qualified Nursing Assistants who are currently registered with SANC for 2026 and who meet the applicable education and recognised nursing-experience requirements.

Candidates should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their qualifications, SANC registration status and relevant nursing experience before submitting their application.

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