GENERAL ASSISTANT
Ref No: PS 42/2025
(College Council 3-year contract position, including a 12-month probation period)
Salary: R138 486 per annum (Level 02), plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Location: George Campus

Requirements

• Grade 10 Certificate
• 2–3 years of experience in a cleaning environment (preferably in schools, hostels, or educational facilities with multiple buildings) will be an advantage
• Basic knowledge of hygiene practices
• Understanding of cleaning products and their proper use
• Ability to operate various cleaning tools and equipment
• Basic literacy and communication skills
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays when required
• Ability to communicate effectively in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
• Values: Client service-focused, integrity, commitment, proactivity, and loyalty

Duties

• Clean classrooms, hostels, administration buildings, halls, corridors, and toilets
• Sweep and clean allocated floors, windows, desks, and chairs before and after use
• Maintain toilets by ensuring cleanliness, regular hygiene checks, and constant availability of supplies (handwash, toilet paper, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment in all facilities for staff and students
• Clean and sanitise OLC/Computer rooms before and after use; dust computers and desks
• Arrange chairs and tables in classrooms and examination rooms as required
• Clean staffrooms and kitchens, ensuring they remain hygienic throughout the day
• Use and manage cleaning materials responsibly
• Issue kitchen utensils when needed
• Ensure efficient and proper usage of cleaning supplies for classrooms, boardrooms, and other areas

Enquiries

Ms V. Hartnick – Tel: (044) 674 2360

Applications

Submit applications electronically via the College website:
https://sccollege.co.za/vacancies
For Attention: Ms Zoleka Maimane

Application Notes

• Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 form (available at www.dpsa.gov.za or www.gov.za)
• Include:
  • A completed and signed Z83 form
  • A detailed CV
  • Certified copies of your ID, Senior Certificate, qualifications, academic records, trade test (if applicable), and driver’s licence
• Quote the correct reference number
• A separate application must be submitted for each post applied for
• Late applications will not be considered
• Successful candidates will undergo vetting (criminal, credit, qualification, citizenship, and employment checks)
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete skills or competency assessments
• Candidates may be transferred within the College based on operational needs
• The College/DHET reserves the right not to fill the post
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• If you do not receive feedback within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
• Preference will be given to designated groups (race, gender, disability)
• Former public service employees cannot be reappointed if:
  • They agreed not to seek reappointment
  • They left due to ill health (without proof of recovery)
  • They were dismissed for misconduct

Closing Date

12 December 2025 at 16:00