Nursing Assistant Grade 1 to 3

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Nursing Assistant Grade 1 to 3 (General) (5 posts)

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS790/2025

False Bay Hospital, Southern Western Sub-structure,

Note:

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of applications for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registrations status). The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert, provided that the job title, core function, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.

Experience:

Grade 1: None Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant.

Competencies (Knowledge/ Skills):

Knowledge of nursing care and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks. Must have good communication skills. Good Interpersonal skills.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

Provide quality basic nursing care. Provide elementary clinical nursing care. Practice nursing in accordance with the laws and regulations relevant to nursing. Assist Patients with activities of daily living, which includes, nutritional status, mobility and elimination needs. Maintaining professional growth, ethical standards and self-development. Record keeping Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

Qualification that allows registrations with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant.

Registration With A Professional Council:

Registration with a professional council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

Willingness to work overtime when necessary. Will be required to work shifts, night duty, weekends, and public holidays. Must be prepared to assist in all departments according to operational needs.

Enquiries:

Ms B Tyutu, tel .no. 021 –

Remuneration:

Grade 1: R R per annum, Grade 2: R R per annum, Grade 3: R R per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:

12/5/2025 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver's license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

Closing date: 1/9/2026 12:00:00 AM