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Gauteng Education Recruitment: Over 1,200 Examination Assistant Jobs – Apply Now

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) is calling on all suitably qualified candidates to apply for Examination Assistant (EA) and Quality Assurer (QA) vacancies. This year, there are 294 posts for Examination Assistants and a huge 951 posts for Quality Assurers. That’s more than 1,200 opportunities for students and graduates to gain real work experience. The closing date for applications is 29 August 2025, so don’t wait until the last minute to apply.

If you’ve been looking for a way to earn some money, get professional experience, and make a real difference in South Africa’s education system, this could be your chance.

Who Can Apply?

To be considered for these roles, you must meet the following requirements:

Have a Senior Certificate, National Senior Certificate, or National Senior Certificate Vocational.
Be a registered student at a college or university, an unemployed person with at least one tertiary qualification, or an unemployed graduate.
Have good number skills – you must have passed Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy in Grade 12.
Being in second year or higher at a tertiary institution is a bonus.
Any previous experience in exam administration, like being an Exam Assistant or Quality Assurer, will help your application.

Important: The job environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven. You need to be someone who can stay calm under pressure and get tasks done quickly and correctly.

What Does an Examination Assistant Do?

Examination Assistants will be based at the District Offices or Head Office. Their tasks will include:

Receiving, checking, and scanning exam scripts daily, then packing them for marking.
Making sure every batch has the correct number of scripts and marksheets.
Sorting scripts correctly for each subject and marking venue.
Fixing any problems with missing or mismatched papers.
Preparing marking centre files and sending scripts to the right venues.
Archiving and indexing scripts after marking so they can be found in the future.

These duties are critical in making sure exams are handled securely and efficiently.

What Does a Quality Assurer Do?

Quality Assurers will work at Marking Centres and play a big role in making sure marking is done accurately. They will:

Receive, control, and distribute scripts to marking teams.
Double-check that each batch has the correct number of scripts and marksheets.
Scan and record scripts quickly and accurately.
Make sure all questions are marked and that marks are added up correctly.
Ensure the marks are transferred correctly to covers and marksheets.
Work with marking teams to fix any mistakes.
Prepare scripts for proper storage and safekeeping.

This role requires high attention to detail because even a small mistake can affect a learner’s results.

Why You Should Apply

This is more than just a temporary job – it’s a career-building opportunity.

For students, it’s a chance to earn some income while getting professional experience in a government department.
For graduates, it’s an excellent way to improve your CV and boost your chances of getting a full-time job in administration, education, or data-related roles.

With over 1,200 positions available, this is one of the biggest temporary recruitment drives by the GDE. You will be helping to make sure that matric exams are fair and accurate for thousands of learners.

Who Cannot Apply

People who will be writing National Senior Certificate / Senior Certificate / AET Examinations in 2025.
Anyone who has taken the Voluntary Severance Package (VSP).
People already employed somewhere else.

How to Apply

Send your application by email to: ExamAssistants@gauteng.gov.za

For enquiries, contact Mr Harry Culling at 010 601 8082.

VIEW THE GAUTENG EDUCATION EXAM ASSISTANTS AND QUALITY ASSURERS ADVERT HERE

Closing date: 29 August 2025

Final Thoughts

If you’re a disciplined, detail-focused person who wants to be part of something important, this is the perfect opportunity. Not only will you be paid for your work, but you’ll also be playing a part in protecting the fairness and quality of South Africa’s education system.