Looking for government jobs in Gauteng? The Gauteng Department of Education is inviting eligible applicants to apply for 277 Examination Assistant positions and 1,260 Quality Assurer positions for the 2026 examination period.
These opportunities may suit unemployed graduates, unemployed qualified applicants, and registered tertiary students who meet the requirements.
If you are searching for jobs in South Africa, Gauteng government jobs, examination assistant jobs, or education department vacancies, this opportunity could be worth considering.
Opening Date: 26 August 2026
Closing Date: 8 September 2026
Department: Gauteng Department of Education
Directorate: Examinations Management
Number of Positions: 1,537 combined opportunities
Remuneration: Applicable Personnel Administrative Measures (PAM) rates
Gauteng Department of Education Jobs 2026
The Gauteng Provincial Government is committed to promoting diversity and equity in employment, particularly regarding race, gender and disability.
The available opportunities are divided into two main categories:
1. Examination Assistant – 277 Positions
Examination Assistants will work at Exams District and Head Offices.
Applicants may be required to assist with the receiving, checking, scanning, controlling, packing and archiving of examination scripts.
The work requires accuracy because examination scripts and marksheets must be correctly controlled throughout the examination process.
2. Quality Assurer – 1,260 Positions
Quality Assurers will work at designated marking centres across Gauteng.
Their responsibilities include controlling and distributing examination scripts, checking marks, identifying discrepancies and assisting with the reconciliation and archiving of scripts.
Examination Assistant Reference Numbers
Applicants must quote the correct reference number when applying.
Available Examination Assistant reference areas include:
HO26 – Head Office
GN26 – Gauteng North
GW26 – Gauteng West
TN26 – Tshwane North
TS26 – Tshwane South
GE26 – Gauteng East
EN26 – Ekurhuleni North
SE26 – Sedibeng East
SW26 – Sedibeng West
JE26 – Johannesburg East
JN26 – Johannesburg North
JS26 – Johannesburg South
JC26 – Johannesburg Central
JW26 – Johannesburg West
TW26 – Tshwane West
ES26 – Ekurhuleni South
Important: Failure to quote the specific reference number may result in the application not being processed.
Quality Assurer Marking Centres
The 1,260 Quality Assurer opportunities are linked to various marking centres.
These 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
Applicants should carefully select and quote the appropriate reference number associated with the opportunity they are applying for.
Gauteng Examination Assistant Requirements
Interested applicants must meet the minimum requirements.
Applicants should have an appropriate recognised academic qualification, including:
However, the opportunity is specifically aimed at certain categories of applicants.
Eligible applicants include:
Applicants must also have advanced numerical skills.
Mathematics or Accounting must have been taken as a compulsory subject.
Second-year and above tertiary students will be advantaged.
Previous experience in examination administration may also be beneficial.
If you have previously worked as an Examination Assistant at a marking centre or office, make sure you clearly indicate this experience in your application.
What Will Examination Assistants Do?
The successful Examination Assistants may perform several administrative and examination-related duties.
These can include:
Receiving examination scripts
Checking scripts
Controlling examination materials
Scanning scripts
Packing scripts for marking
Archiving scripts
Checking batches and marksheets
Preparing scripts for marking venues
Assisting with script dispatch
Receiving marked scripts
Controlling examination records
Maintaining examination files
Assisting with the retrieval of archived scripts
Accuracy is extremely important because examination materials must be properly controlled throughout the process.
What Will Quality Assurers Do?
Quality Assurers will support the examination marking process at designated marking centres.
Their duties may include:
Receiving and controlling examination scripts
Distributing scripts to marking teams
Checking the number of scripts
Checking marksheets
Assisting with script scanning
Checking whether questions have been marked
Checking calculations
Confirming marks transferred to scripts
Checking marks transferred to marksheets
Identifying discrepancies
Ensuring corrections are properly made
Reconciling scripts after marking
Arranging scripts for archival
Because this work is connected to examination deadlines, successful applicants must be able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Important 2026 Application Restrictions
There are important restrictions that applicants must understand before applying.
The following people may NOT apply:
Persons writing National Senior Certificate examinations in 2026
Persons writing Senior Certificate examinations in 2026
Persons writing AET examinations in 2026
Persons who have taken the VSP
Persons currently employed elsewhere
Applications from people falling into these categories will not be considered.
Gauteng Examination Assistant Application Closing Date
The application process opened on:
26 August 2026
The closing date is:
8 September 2026
⚠️ Do not wait until the final day to apply.
The department states that applications submitted before the official opening date will not be considered.
How to Apply for Gauteng Examination Assistant Jobs 2026
Applications are made online through the Gauteng examination assistant e-Recruitment system.
Before applying, make sure you carefully check:
Your academic qualification.
Your Mathematics or Accounting requirement.
Your tertiary student status, where applicable.
Your examination administration experience.
The correct reference number.
Your eligibility under the restrictions.
The information entered on your application.
Apply Online Here
Gauteng Examination Assistant e-Recruitment Portal:
https://examassistants.gauteng.gov.za/
Important: Quote the correct reference number for the position you are applying for.
Enquiries
For questions about these opportunities, applicants can contact:
Enquiries: Mr Harry Culling
Telephone: 010 601 8082
Email: ExamAssistants@gauteng.gov.za
When Will Applicants Receive a Response?
Due to the expected high number of applications, applicants will be electronically acknowledged.
If you do not receive a response by 1 December 2026, you should accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Make sure you provide accurate contact information during the application process.
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Final Reminder
The Gauteng Department of Education has advertised 277 Examination Assistant positions and 1,260 Quality Assurer positions, creating 1,537 opportunities in total.
If you meet the requirements, carefully check the eligibility criteria and submit your application before 8 September 2026.
Remember: The correct reference number must be quoted. Failure to comply with the application instructions may result in your application not being processed.
Good luck with your application! 🇿🇦💼
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