Social Worker
Northern Academy · Polokwane, Limpopo
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Learner Support & Counselling
- Provide individual and group counselling to learners facing emotional, behavioural, or social challenges
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop tailored intervention plans
- Support learners in overcoming barriers to learning and personal development
Family & Community Engagement
- Work with parents and guardians to address family dynamics affecting learners
- Refer families to external social services where necessary
- Build partnerships with community organisations to strengthen learner support
School‑Based Support Team
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to review learner progress
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to ensure cohesive interventions
- Compile and maintain progress reports
Training & Awareness
- Provide workshops for teachers on identifying and managing social/emotional challenges
- Conduct awareness sessions on topics such as bullying, trauma, and resilience
- Support staff in implementing learner accommodations and inclusive practices
Qualifications, experience and skills
- Minimum Qualification: Honours degree in Social Work or equivalent
- Legal Requirement: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions SACSSP
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in school‑based or child‑focused social work multidisciplinary team experience advantageous
Skills
- Counselling and psychosocial support
- Early child development knowledge
- Assessment and report writing
- Microsoft Office / computer literacy
Attributes: Empathy, patience, resilience, proactivity, problem‑solving, interpersonal and management skills
Closing date: 06 October 2026 .