EDUCATION COUNSELLOR

Nature of Appointment: 5 Years Fixed Term Contract (Performance-based)

Salary: R444 036 per annum (Level 9) plus 37% in lieu of benefits

Centre: Central Office – Ref: TNC/CO/25-01/1

REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate or equivalent plus an Honours Degree in Psychology/Counselling/Social Work or a related field. A Masters Degree will be an added advantage. Registration with a relevant professional body like the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP/Council). 

A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in student counselling, academic advising, or a similar role, preferably within the TVET or higher education sector. A valid driver’s license with at least three years’ experience. Attributes and Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; Empathy and the ability to work with a diverse student population; Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities; Knowledge of the TVET curriculum and understanding of student challenges. 

Must be prepared to take and implement instructions delegated by supervisors/managers. Proven computer literacy, including advanced MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. Proven ability to effectively manage change. The incumbent must be willing to travel, work irregular hours and be committed to meeting deadlines within tight timeframes.

DUTIES: The duties of an Education Counsellor will primarily include Consult with students: Meet with students individually or in groups to discuss their academic progress. Address specific career goals and personal issues that potentially influence each student's academic performance. Guide academic and career goals: Assist students in setting academic and career goals and creating a plan to achieve them. 

Provide information and offer advice about different career paths, on-course activities and options for continuing education/exit support. Administer and interpret assessments: Providing recruitment, psychometric assessment, and selection services. 

Administer and interpret various assessments such as aptitude and personality tests, and interest inventories for students to gain insight into their strengths and weaknesses and make informed decisions about their future. Develop and implement academic and personal support programs: Support students academically and personally, including tutoring, mentoring and counselling on a personal level and provide early intervention. 

Provide resources and referrals: Provide students with resources and referrals to external organisations or certified professionals to help them address personal issues that affect their academic success including mental health or financial concerns. 

Collaborate with faculty and student support staff: Mentoring and guiding lecturers and support staff/work with lecturers, student support officials, parents and other relevant stakeholders to create a supportive learning environment, Work closely with faculty and student support staff to identify and address student needs. 

Collectively, create an environment that provides support for students struggling academically or personally. Maintain detailed records and documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records of interactions with students for future reference. Keep up to date with educational trends and research: Implementing behaviour management policies and procedures, Attempt to stay current regarding trends and research in education and counselling to ensure effective and relevant services to students.

Tshwane North College for Technical and Vocational Education and Training would like to invite suitably qualified, innovative, result-orientated and self – driven candidates to apply for the vacant Fixed Term Contract Positions.

APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted on the New Z83 which must be fully completed, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae only. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications including academic records, driver’s license, and identity documents. Please take note that communication in relation to the process will be limited to the short-listed candidates. If you have not received any correspondence within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Forward your application/s to: The Principal: Tshwane North TVET College, P.O Box 26193, ARCADIA, 0007 OR hand-deliver to: Cnr. Kgosi Mampuru (Former Potgieter Street) & Pretorius Streets, Pretoria. Emailed applications will not be accepted. All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense.

NOTE: Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for. Candidates who apply for more than one post should complete a separate application form for each post. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks (where applicable, qualification and employment verification). Where applicable, shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge/competence test. The College reserves the right not to make appointments. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. People with disability are encouraged to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 21 JANUARY 2025 at 12:00

ENQUIRIES: Should you have enquiries or experience any problem submitting your application contact Ms LA Mudau at 012 401 1927 / Ms JM Nyalunga at 012 401 1940.