Skills Development Practitioner – Accounting​/Bookkeeping

Are you passionate about developing future finance professionals?

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected institution based in Bellville, Cape Town, seeking an experienced Skills Development Practitioner (SDP) in the Accounting / Bookkeeping field.

This is an opportunity for a facilitator who thrives in a structured, accredited learning environment and understands the importance of compliance, quality assurance and learner success.

You will facilitate accredited QCTO qualifications, part-qualifications and skills programmes in bookkeeping and financial administration. The role includes facilitation, assessment, moderation support, learner mentorship and workplace-based learning coordination.

You will play a key role in preparing learners for the world of work while ensuring academic integrity and compliance with SETA / QCTO standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Financial Administration, Bookkeeping or related field (NQF 6 or higher preferred)

• Assessor and/or Moderator accreditation (ETDP SETA SOR)

• Minimum 2 years’ facilitation experience

• Minimum 2 years’ assessor experience

• Experience in a FET College, Private College or Workplace Training environment

• Strong knowledge of financial administrative processes (invoicing, reconciliations, record keeping, basic accounting)

• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel

• Familiarity with LMS platforms

• Valid South African driver’s licence

What Will Set You Apart

• Knowledge of QCTO and workplace-based learning processes

• Experience facilitating accredited online training

• Familiarity with Financial Administration Clerk curriculum

• Experience mentoring learners in both theory and workplace practice

• Experience using Moodle

• Ability to engage diverse learning styles

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, learner-centred facilitation across theory, practical and workplace modules

• Develop lesson plans and assessment schedules

• Conduct assessments and manage Portfolios of Evidence

• Ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements

• Provide structured learner support and mentorship

• Support internship preparation and workplace placement

• Engage with industry partners to source workplace learning opportunities

• Contribute to online learning material development

The Ideal Candidate

You are organised, structured and detail-oriented.
You balance compliance with creativity in the classroom.
You can manage diverse groups professionally and uphold high academic standards.
You work independently but collaborate well within a team.
You bring integrity, reliability and a genuine passion for learner development.

If you are ready to shape future finance professionals while working in a supportive and structured environment, this may be your next move.