📅 Closing Date: 31 October 2025 (14:00)
📍 Location: Various Districts, Limpopo Province, South Africa
🕓 Contract Duration: November 2025 – April 2026 (6 months)
About the Programme
The Learner Support Agent (LSA) Programme aims to strengthen school-based and district-level learner support services across Limpopo. Successful candidates will provide care, psychosocial support, and protection to vulnerable learners, working with School-Based Support Teams (SBSTs), the Department of Education, and local partners.
Available Posts
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School-Based Learner Support Agents
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District-Based Learner Support Agents
🧾 Total Positions: 120 Temporary Posts
Minimum Requirements
For School-Based LSAs
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Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
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A Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Community Development, or Auxiliary Social Work (advantageous)
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Current SACSSP registration (advantageous)
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Must be aged 18–40 years
For District-Based LSAs
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A Diploma in Community Development, Social Work, Auxiliary Social Work, or Psychology
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2 years’ experience in schools or learner support programmes (advantageous)
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Current SACSSP registration (advantageous)
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Must be aged 18–40 years
Job Purpose
School-Based LSAs
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Support schools to provide care and protection for vulnerable learners
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Assist with trauma debriefing, case management, and referrals
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Establish and manage Peer Clubs / Soul Buddyz Clubs
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Conduct home visits and submit monthly reports
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Promote awareness and mobilisation under the CSTL framework
District-Based LSAs
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Implement HIV/AIDS, Life Skills, and Psycho-Social Support (PSS) programmes
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Supervise and guide School-Based LSAs
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Collect and record learner data to identify high-burden schools
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Collaborate with SBSTs and community partners
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Facilitate peer education and manage referral systems
Core Competencies
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Excellent communication and report-writing skills
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Listening and problem-solving abilities
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Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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Teamwork and collaboration
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Confidentiality and professionalism
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People management and empowerment skills
Application Requirements
Submit the following:
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Z83 Application Form (available at any government office)
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Comprehensive CV
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Certified ID copy
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Certified copies of Grade 12 / NCS and other qualifications
📌 Note: Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Eligibility
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Must be a South African citizen
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Must reside near the school or district office where applying
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Must declare any pending criminal or disciplinary cases
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The department reserves the right not to make an appointment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted to the relevant District Offices (listed in Annexure B of the official circular).
📞 Enquiries:
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Mr. Lukheli TV: 015 284 6536
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Ms. Phasiwe NM: 015 284 6586
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Ms. Mmowa LS: 015 284 6569
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Ms. Maupi MJ: 015 284 6585
🔗 Website: www.edu.limpopo.gov.za
Employment Equity
The Limpopo Department of Education is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to women, youth, and persons with disabilities in line with Employment Equity principles.
📄 Download the full circular here: Limpopo LSA Opportunities 2025/2026