Social Worker, Child Development/Support
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Psychology, Mental Health
Curro is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner‑centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.
Curro seeks to appoint a Social Worker (full‑time) at Northern Academy in Polokwane to commence duties in January 2027Vacancy Reference: 30112
Northern Academy has a position available for a Social Worker.
Curro is an equal‑opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.
Key performance areas
Learner Support & Counselling
- Provide individual and group counselling to learners facing emotional, behavioural, or social challenges
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop tailored intervention plans
- Support learners in overcoming barriers to learning and personal development
Family & Community Engagement
- Work with parents and guardians to address family dynamics affecting learners
- Refer families to external social services where necessary
- Build partnerships with community organisations to strengthen learner support
School‑Based Support Team
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to review learner progress
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to ensure cohesive interventions
- Compile and maintain progress reports
- Provide workshops for teachers on identifying and managing social/emotional challenges
- Conduct awareness sessions on topics such as bullying, trauma, and resilience
- Support staff in implementing learner accommodations and inclusive practices
Qualifications, experience and skills
- Legal Requirement: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in school‑based or child‑focused social work (multidisciplinary team experience advantageous)
Skills:
- Counselling and psychosocial support
- Early child development knowledge
- Assessment and report writing
Attributes: Empathy, patience, resilience, proactivity, problem‑solving, interpersonal and management skills
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Head office:
Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
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