Gauteng Department of Education Hiring 1,537 Examination Assistants and Quality Assurers 2026
The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has opened applications for 1,537 temporary examination-related opportunities for the 2026 examination period. The vacancies consist of 277 Examination Assistant positions and 1,260 Quality Assurer positions available across various districts, examination offices and marking centres in Gauteng.
Applications are open to qualifying tertiary students, unemployed individuals with tertiary qualifications and unemployed graduates. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online before the closing date of 8 September 2026.
Gauteng Department of Education Examination Opportunities 2026
| Position | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Examination Assistants | 277 |
| Quality Assurers | 1,260 |
| Total Opportunities | 1,537 |
Job Details
- Employer: Gauteng Department of Education
- Directorate: Examinations Management
- Total Opportunities: 1,537
- Location: Various locations across Gauteng
- Opening Date: 26 August 2026
- Closing Date: 8 September 2026
- Compensation: According to applicable Personnel Administrative Measures (PAM) rates
- Application Method: Online
Examination Assistant Vacancies – 277 Posts
The Gauteng Department of Education is recruiting 277 Examination Assistants for various districts and the Head Office.
Available areas include:
- Head Office – HO26
- Gauteng North – GN26
- Gauteng West – GW26
- Tshwane North – TN26
- Tshwane South – TS26
- Gauteng East – GE26
- Ekurhuleni North – EN26
- Sedibeng East – SE26
- Sedibeng West – SW26
- Johannesburg East – JE26
- Johannesburg North – JN26
- Johannesburg South – JS26
- Johannesburg Central – JC26
- Johannesburg West – JW26
- Tshwane West – TW26
- Ekurhuleni South – ES26
Quality Assurer Vacancies – 1,260 Posts
A total of 1,260 Quality Assurer positions are available at designated examination marking centres across Gauteng.
The listed marking centres include:
- Alberton High School
- Allen Glen High School
- Hoerskool Garsfontein
- Hoerskool President
- Nokuthula Special School
- Bracken High School
- Bryanston High School
- Florida High School
- Hoerskool Alberton
- Hoerskool Birchleigh
- Hoerskool Dinamika
- Hoerskool Voortrekker
- Parktown Boys High School
- Queens High School
- Rand Girls High School
- Rand Park Ridge High School
- UJ Metropolitan High School
- Hoerskool Elspark
- Hoerskool Florida
- Ferndale High School
- Greenside High School
- Mondeor High School
- Sir John Adams High School
Gauteng Department of Education Jobs 2026 Requirements
To qualify for these examination-related opportunities, applicants must meet the requirements specified in the official advertisement.
Applicants should have an appropriate recognised qualification, including:
- Senior Certificate
- National Senior Certificate (NSC)
- National Senior Certificate Vocational (NC(V))
The opportunities are specifically intended for:
- Registered tertiary students
- Unemployed individuals with one or more tertiary qualifications
- Unemployed graduates
Applicants must also have advanced numerical skills. Mathematics or Accounting is compulsory.
Second-year and higher tertiary students may be given preference.
Previous experience working as an Examination Assistant or Quality Assurer should be indicated where applicable.
Who Cannot Apply?
The Gauteng Department of Education states that the following individuals will not be considered:
- Individuals writing the National Senior Certificate examinations in 2026
- Individuals writing the Senior Certificate examinations in 2026
- Individuals writing AET examinations in 2026
- Individuals who have taken the VSP
- Individuals who are currently employed elsewhere
Applicants should carefully check these exclusions before submitting an application.
Examination Assistant Duties
Successful Examination Assistants may be responsible for various examination administration duties at district and Head Office level.
Responsibilities may include:
- Receiving examination scripts
- Checking and controlling examination scripts
- Scanning scripts
- Packing scripts for marking
- Archiving scripts after marking
- Checking the number of scripts and marksheets
- Checking scripts according to batch, subject, paper and examination session
- Identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Preparing marking centre files
- Assisting with the dispatch of scripts to marking venues
- Receiving and archiving marked scripts
The position requires applicants to work accurately and efficiently while meeting strict deadlines and working under pressure.
Quality Assurer Duties
Quality Assurers appointed at marking centres may be responsible for:
- Receiving and controlling examination scripts
- Distributing scripts to marking teams
- Checking the number of scripts and marksheets
- Assisting with scanning and controlling scripts
- Checking that all questions have been marked
- Verifying that marks have been added correctly
- Ensuring marks are correctly transferred to scripts and marksheets
- Identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Reconciling scripts after marking
- Arranging scripts for indexed archiving
Reference Numbers
Applicants must ensure that the correct reference number is quoted when applying.
For Examination Assistant applications, applicants should select the reference number corresponding to their preferred district or Head Office.
Quality Assurer applicants should use the applicable reference number for the marking centre indicated in the official advertisement.
Failure to provide the correct reference number may result in the application not being processed.
How to Apply for Gauteng Department of Education Jobs
Applications must be submitted online through the official Gauteng Examination Assistants e-Recruitment System.
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Applicants should register on the system, log in and complete all required sections of the online application.
Important Dates
- Opening Date: 26 August 2026
- Closing Date: 8 September 2026
Applications submitted before the official opening date will not be considered.
Application Questions
Applicants should be prepared to provide information relating to their qualifications and experience, including:
- Whether they have passed Matric or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- Whether they are currently registered at a tertiary institution
- Their current or highest year of tertiary study
- Whether they have passed Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Whether they have passed Accounting
- Their previous experience as an Examination Assistant or Quality Assurer
Tips for Applicants
Before submitting your application:
- Select the correct position and preferred location.
- Use the correct reference number.
- Ensure that you meet the Mathematics or Accounting requirement.
- Clearly provide your current or highest tertiary study level.
- Include any relevant examination administration experience.
- Confirm that you are not excluded from applying.
- Complete every required section of the online application.
- Keep your application login details secure.
- Submit your application before 8 September 2026.
- Never pay anyone to apply for a government position on your behalf.
Important Notice
The Gauteng Department of Education has indicated that applications will be electronically acknowledged due to the expected high volume of applications.
Applicants who have not received a response by 1 December 2026 should regard their application as unsuccessful.
Disclaimer
This information is provided for informational purposes. Applicants should verify the vacancy details, requirements, reference numbers and closing date on the official Gauteng Department of Education recruitment portal before applying.
Never pay money to apply for a government job.
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