Finding a government opportunity that does not require previous work experience can be difficult, especially for young people who are trying to enter the job market for the first time. The Gauteng Department of Health has opened applications for 60 Ward Assistant positions at Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital, giving unemployed South Africans an opportunity to gain valuable experience within the public healthcare sector.
The positions offer a monthly stipend of R5,500 and are ideal for candidates with NQF Level 1 or 2 qualifications, including ABET Level 4 or equivalent.
This opportunity allows successful applicants to contribute directly to patient care by supporting nursing staff and ensuring wards operate efficiently and hygienically.
Quick Overview
- Position: Ward Assistant
- Reference Number: refs/050051
- Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
- Directorate: Nursing
- Number of Posts: 60
- Location: Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital
- Salary/Stipend: R5,500 per month
- Minimum Qualification: NQF Level 1 or 2 (ABET Level 4 or equivalent)
- Experience Required: None
- Closing Date: 19 June 2026
- Application Method: Online
Minimum Requirements
To apply, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- NQF Level 1 or Level 2 qualification
- ABET Level 4 certificate or equivalent
- Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
- Good communication skills
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Willingness to work shifts
- Available to work weekends and public holidays
- Ability to work in different wards when required
- Honest and reliable
- Physically fit and capable of handling physical duties
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) principles
- Ability to work well within a team
- Willingness to follow instructions from supervisors
No previous work experience is required.
What Does a Ward Assistant Do?
Ward Assistants support nursing and healthcare teams by carrying out important operational and housekeeping duties.
Their work helps maintain hygiene standards, ensure patients receive meals, and assist with the movement of supplies throughout the hospital.
Food and Meal Duties
Successful candidates will:
- Collect diet slips from wards
- Deliver diet slips to the main kitchen
- Transport food trolleys
- Serve meals to patients
- Serve tea to patients
- Return food containers to the kitchen
Cleaning and Hygiene Duties
Ward Assistants will also:
- Keep ward kitchens clean
- Wash dishes
- Perform damp-dusting of equipment
- Keep sluice room equipment clean
- Maintain cleanliness standards in assigned areas
Linen Management
Responsibilities include:
- Receiving clean linen
- Counting and packing linen
- Sorting dirty linen
- Placing dirty linen in designated bags
- Labelling linen bags correctly
- Moving linen to designated collection points
Medical Equipment Support
Ward Assistants assist by:
- Taking unsterile equipment to CSSD
- Collecting sterile packs from CSSD
- Packing sterile supplies in designated cupboards
Waste Management Duties
Applicants will be responsible for:
- Managing healthcare waste
- Handling red medical waste bags
- Replacing waste bags
- Moving filled waste bags to designated collection points
- Managing sharps containers safely
This work must be performed according to the hospital’s Health Waste Management Policy.
Support Services
Additional responsibilities include:
- Taking orders to stores
- Collecting pharmacy items
- Fetching emergency stock
- Collecting TTO medication when required
Important Skills That Will Help You Succeed
Although experience is not required, successful Ward Assistants typically demonstrate:
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Teamwork
- Good communication
- Respect for patients
- Professional behaviour
- Physical stamina
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to cleanliness and hygiene
Healthcare environments rely heavily on teamwork and professionalism.
Documents Needed When Applying
Applicants are required to submit:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- New Z83 Application Form
Important:
The old Z83 form will not be accepted.
The updated Z83 form can be obtained from:
- Public Service departments
- The official DPSA website
Only shortlisted candidates will later be requested to submit certified supporting documents.
How to Complete Your Z83 Form Correctly
Many applicants are disqualified because of mistakes on the Z83 form.
Ensure that:
- All sections are completed
- Every required page is initialled
- The form is signed
- Information matches your CV
- Dates are provided correctly
- Employment history is listed chronologically
Applicants should also provide:
- At least three references
- One reference must be an immediate supervisor if applicable
Failure to complete the form properly may result in disqualification.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Visit the Gauteng Government Jobs Portal:https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
Step 2: Search using the reference number: refs/050051
Step 3: Complete the online application process.
Step 4: Upload:
- Updated CV
- Completed New Z83 Form
Step 5: Submit before the closing date.
Selection Process
Successful candidates may undergo:
- Reference checks
- Identity verification
- Qualification verification
- Criminal record checks
- Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC)
- Medical surveillance where required
- Practical competency assessments
- Integrity and ethical conduct assessments
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) if shortlisted.
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Edupstairs Advice
If you meet the minimum requirements, apply immediately.
Government entry-level opportunities with no experience requirements often attract thousands of applicants. Do not wait until the final day to submit your application.
Before applying:
- Update your CV
- Complete the new Z83 form carefully
- Double-check your contact details
- Ensure all information matches across documents
- Submit before the deadline
Remember that professionalism starts with a well-prepared application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Do I need Matric to apply?
No. Applicants need an NQF Level 1 or 2 qualification, including ABET Level 4 or equivalent.
- Is experience required?
No. The department specifically states that no experience is required.
- How many positions are available?
There are 60 Ward Assistant positions available.
- What is the monthly stipend?
Successful candidates will receive R5,500 per month.
- Where will successful candidates work?
The positions are based at Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital in Gauteng.
- Can I submit a paper application?
No. Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Government Jobs Portal.
- What is the closing date?
Applications close on 19 June 2026.
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Information is based on the official vacancy advertisement issued by the Gauteng Department of Health. Applicants should verify details and application requirements on the official Gauteng Jobs Portal before submitting applications.
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