Teachers Assistants 2026-SA Youth

Presidential Youth Employment Initiative: Basic Education Employment Initiative Phase 6 Applications

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) confirmed that Phase 6 will be implemented for the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI). The programme has created more than one million work opportunities for unemployed youth in South Africa during its previous phases.

Phase 6 of the BEEI programme will target between the ages of 18 and 34, turning 35 by the end of March 2026, to assist and support teaching and learning. The fifth phase of the programme will create at least 200,000 job opportunities for unemployed youth in South Africa.

Stipend 

In Phase 6, teaching assistants will receive a monthly stipend of R4,000.00 for six months, along with R30 for data. This programme targets youth aged 18-34, specifically those who will not turn 35 before the end of March 2026.

Minimum requirements 

• EA – EDUCATION ASSISTANTS (must have matric)  – To assist with teaching & learning in classrooms.
• Curriculum Assistants:  You must have at least achieved 40% (level 3 pass) in the subject you will be supporting in.
• Reading Champion:  You should have passed the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT) of the school at matric level and demonstrate a passion for reading.
• Laboratory Assistants:  You should have passed physical Science at matric level and demonstrate a passion for science.
• Workshop Assistants:  You should have a matriculation certificate with engineering subjects.
• Psychosocial Support/Counselling – Child & Youth Care Worker (CYCW):  You should have passed matric and demonstrate a passion for providing care and support.
• E-Cadre / ICT Assistants:  You should have passed IT as a subject in matric OR have a qualification or a certificate course in IT
• GSA – GENERAL SCHOOL ASSISTANTS (matric NOT required) – To help with infrastructure maintenance and cultural activities.
• Infrastructure Maintenance (Handyman):  You should have a passion for infrastructure maintenance related jobs and maintenance (no matric requirement).-Sports and Enrichment Assistants (SEA):  You must show interest in sports, arts and culture (no matric requirement).

Location: South Africa

How to apply for Teachers Assistant Phase 6

Apply here online for Teachers Assistant Phase 6 -SA Youth

How To Apply for School Assistant Jobs Using SAYouth – SA Youth Teaching Assistant

1. Go to the SAYouth website 
2. Register an account
3. Log in with your details
4. In the search bar, you should type ‘school assistant’ or search for the name of the school closest to you
5. A list of jobs available in your area will come up which will also include the opportunity cards for the schools that are closest to you. Only apply at schools that you have easy access to
6. Click the ‘read more’ button which would enable you to see further details about the job
7. If you are interested in the opportunity, click ‘apply now’
8. Follow the prompts and provide the relevant information to complete your application
9. You will then receive confirmation that your application has been successful

Should you be shortlisted, you will be contacted through SMS or a phone call by the school.

If you’re given an interview, you will need to ensure you bring the required documents.