Are you committed to improving early learning and education outcomes in the Free State? The Free State Department of Education is recruiting for strategic and technical roles at Head Office (Bloemfontein). Qualified candidates are invited to apply and help expand and professionalise Early Childhood Development (ECD) and elementary education services across the province.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer: | Free State Department of Education (FSDoE) |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 29 October 2025 |
| Location: | Bloemfontein, Head Office (Old Saambou Building) |
Director: Elementary Education & Development (SMS)
Ref No: PS11/2025/01
Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (Level 13, all-inclusive package)
Centre: Bloemfontein, Head Office
Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification (SAQA-recognised).
- 5 years at middle/senior managerial level.
- Valid Code B/EB driver’s licence and NSG SMS Pre-Entry Certificate (to be submitted before appointment).
- High-level strategic leadership, planning, people management, stakeholder coordination, and financial governance (PFMA) skills.
Duties
- Lead and coordinate ECD service delivery across the province.
- Manage Strategic Plan, APP and Operational Plan implementation.
- Oversee compliance with Children’s Act 38 of 2005, National Curriculum Framework (NCF) and applicable ECD legislation.
- Ensure financial management of ECD transfers; monitor partial-care registers and LMS uploads.
- Drive ECD capacity building, quarterly district reviews and service expansion; lead inter-sectoral coordination.
Enquiries: Mr ET Montso – (051) 404 8426
Applications: erecruitment1@fseducation.gov.za
Social Worker Policy Development: Grade 1 (OSD)
Ref No: PS11/2025/02
Post Type: Permanent (Elementary Education & Development Directorate)
Salary: R453 201 – R506 868 per annum
Centre: Bloemfontein, Head Office
Requirements
- Bachelor of Social Work (or equivalent) + SACSSP registration.
- Minimum 8 years post-registration experience (Grade 2: 18 years post-registration, incl. 10 years in Policy Development).
- Valid driver’s licence; strong research, policy, stakeholder support and teamwork abilities.
Duties
- Develop, implement, monitor and quality-assure social work policies.
- Lead interventions addressing poverty/inequality and protect vulnerable groups.
- Conduct research; review and interpret legislation; guide implementation and ethics in practice; support stakeholders.
Enquiries: Mr L Tladi – (066) 015 9086
Applications: erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
Assistant Director: Early Childhood Development Centres
Ref No: PS11/2025/03
Directorate: Physical Resource Planning & Property Management
Salary: R468 459 – R561 894 per annum (Level 9)
Centre: Bloemfontein, Head Office
Requirements
- 3-year degree/diploma (NQF 6) with Civil/Building Construction as a subject.
- Applicable supervisory experience, computer literacy, valid driver’s licence.
Duties
- Administer the ECD Infrastructure Grant and manage reporting.
- Supervise team members and compile performance/financial reports.
Enquiries: Mr L Tladi – (066) 015 9086
Applications: erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
Administrative Officer: Early Childhood Development Centres (Finance)
Ref No: PS11/2025/04
Directorate: Physical Resource Planning & Property Management
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 7)
Centre: Bloemfontein, Head Office
Requirements
- 3-year degree/diploma (NQF 6) with financial subjects; computer literacy; valid driver’s licence.
Duties
- Chief User functions in SCM (requisitions, payments).
- Financial management: budgeting, commitment register, monthly compliance reporting.
- Supervise admin clerks.
Enquiries: Mr L Tladi – (066) 015 9086
Applications: erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za
Administrative Officer: Early Childhood Development Centres (x5)
Ref No: PS11/2025/05
Directorate: Physical Resource Planning & Property Management
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 7)
Centre: Bloemfontein, Head Office
Requirements
- 3-year diploma (Building/Mechanical/Electrical) or N3 with passed trade test or National Diploma in Engineering.
- 2–3 years relevant experience; valid driver’s licence.
Duties
- Develop/interpret plans & sketches; prepare BoQs and specs.
- Inspect project works for compliance and quality; estimate repair/minor works costs.
- Guide contractors on legislation and procedures; verify invoices and certify progress payments.
- Administer contracts, resolve site issues, produce progress reports.
- Ensure SLAs with ECD centres; report on EPWP; perform supervisory functions.
Enquiries: Mr L Tladi – (066) 015 9086
Applications: erecruitment3@fseducation.gov.za
Administration Clerk: Early Childhood Development Centres
Ref No: PS11/2025/06
Directorate: Physical Resource Planning & Property Management
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 5)
Centre: Bloemfontein, Head Office
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Computer skills (Excel & Word) recommended.
Duties
- General office administration for ECD Centres: filing, typing, records, telephone enquiries, and other assigned duties.
Enquiries: Mr L Tladi – (066) 015 9086
Applications: erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za
How to Apply
Submission Options
- Hand-deliver / Post:
The Director: Human Resource Administration,
Department of Education, Old Saambou Building, Ground Floor,
Corner Charlotte Maxeke & Aliwal Street, Bloemfontein, 9300
OR Private Bag X20565, Bloemfontein, 9300 - Email: Use the specific address per post (single PDF/Word one attachment, ≤ 15MB):
– Director (PS11/2025/01)
erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
– Social Worker & Assistant Director (PS11/2025/02 & /03)
erecruitment3@fseducation.gov.za
– Admin Officer (x5) technical (PS11/2025/05)
erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za
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- – Admin Officer (finance) & Admin Clerk (PS11/2025/04 & /06)
Application Checklist
- NEW Z83 (completed, initialled on both pages & signed), quoting the correct Ref No.
- Comprehensive CV (chronological training, experience, competencies, referees with phone numbers).
- Do not include copies of qualifications/ID at application stage (shortlisted only).
- Separate application per vacancy. Late/incomplete applications not considered.
Additional Notes
- Shortlisted candidates: full suitability checks (criminal, citizenship, financial, qualifications), and may be asked for social media consent.
- Non-RSA residents submit proof of status when shortlisted; foreign qualifications require SAQA evaluation.
- If no feedback within 4 months after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.
- GEMS membership required for new appointments to qualify for medical subsidy.
- SMS posts: NSG Certificate for entry into SMS required prior to appointment.
How to apply online & more info
To apply and for further details, visit the Free State Department of Education channels or use the emails above. For general departmental updates, search the FSDoE website.