Social worker posts at various Western Cape Social Development offices. Grades 1 to 4, R338 208 to R754 785. Reference DSD 88/2026. Closes 19 Oct.
| Job Title | Social Worker: Social Work Services |
| Employer | Western Cape Department of Social Development |
| Reference Number | DSD 88/2026 |
| Category | Social services |
| Location | Various locations, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full time |
| Date Posted | 2 October 2026 |
| Closing Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R338 208 – R754 785 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor's degree |
About this Social Worker: Social Work Services position
Introduction
Registered social workers can choose from social worker posts at various locations across the Western Cape Department of Social Development. The grades run from 1 to 4, so newly registered graduates and veterans with decades of experience can apply for the same advert. Salaries run from R338 208 at Grade 1 up to R754 785 at Grade 4 under the OSD. The reference number is DSD 88/2026, applications are online only and the closing date is 19 October 2026.
Registered social workers can apply at the grade that matches their years of registered experience, so check your SACSSP registration date before you start. Grade 1 is open to people with no experience, while Grades 2, 3 and 4 require ten, twenty and thirty years respectively. The posts are at various locations, so read the advert on the Western Cape Government site to see where vacancies are. Applications are online only, and technical support is available on weekdays. Prepare your qualification details, registration number and a CV that shows casework, group work and community work experience.
About the Employer
The Western Cape Department of Social Development provides care, support and protection to vulnerable people through local offices.
Responsibilities
• Deliver social work services to vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities
• Use case work, group work and community work programmes
• Handle matters that could lead to social instability
• Supervise and support social auxiliary workers
• Keep up with developments and continue professional development
Required Qualifications
• A Bachelor of Social Work that allows registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions
• Registration with the SACSSP as a social worker
• Grade 1: no experience
• Grade 2: ten years' experience after registration
• Grade 3: twenty years' experience after registration
• Grade 4: thirty years' experience after registration
Job Benefits and Perks
Grade 1 pays R338 208 to R397 668, Grade 2 R413 004 to R478 395, Grade 3 R496 668 to R583 833 and Grade 4 R608 859 to R754 785 per year under the OSD.
How to Apply
Apply online only at https://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs. Email, post and hand-delivered applications are not accepted.
Enquiries: Ms Elarna Siljeur, (021) 763 6204.
Use the new Z83 form, quote the reference number and make sure your application reaches the department before the closing date.
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