Now is your chance to earn while you study – the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) is hiring Examination Assistants and Quality Assurers for the 2026 exam period.
What the opportunity is
The GDE’s Examinations Management directorate is offering a total of 1,537 positions across Gauteng. This includes 277 Examination Assistant roles and 1,260 Quality Assurer roles. All appointments will be paid according to the applicable Personnel Administrative Measures (PAM) rates.
Who can apply – eligibility criteria
You must have a recognised qualification such as the Senior Certificate, National Senior Certificate (or Vocational), or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification. In addition, the advert limits applicants to:
- Registered students at a university, college or TVET institution;
- Unemployed individuals who hold one or more tertiary qualifications;
- Unemployed graduates.
Further requirements:
- Mathematics or Accounting must have been studied (advanced numerical skills are essential).
- Second‑year tertiary students or higher are given preference.
- Any previous experience as an Examination Assistant – whether in an office, marking centre or similar – should be mentioned.
People who are writing the NSC, Senior Certificate or AET exams in 2026, have taken the VSP, or are currently employed elsewhere are not eligible.
What you gain – skills and experience
Both roles give you hands‑on experience with the administration of national examinations. You will develop:
- Attention to detail and accuracy when handling official scripts;
- Numerical and analytical skills by checking marks and totals;
- Time‑management and the ability to work under tight deadlines;
- Professional workplace experience that looks strong on a CV.
How to apply – step‑by‑step
- Visit the official application portal: Apply for the Gauteng Education Exam Assistants 2026.
- Choose the position you want – Examination Assistant or Quality Assurer.
- Select the correct location or marking centre.
- Enter the exact reference number for that location (see the tables below).
- Complete the online form with your personal details, academic history and any relevant experience.
- Submit the application before 08 September 2026.
Applications opened on 26 August 2026 and will close on 08 September 2026. Do not submit before the opening date.
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that you have quoted the exact reference number; an incorrect number will disqualify your application.
- Clearly state your Mathematics or Accounting background.
- Indicate your current year of tertiary study – second year or higher is advantageous.
- If you have any Examination Assistant experience, describe whether it was office‑based, at a marking centre, or elsewhere.
- Make sure you are not listed as employed elsewhere and that you are not sitting any 2026 examinations.
- Proofread your application for spelling or data entry errors before submitting.
Examination Assistant locations (277 positions)
| Location | Reference Number |
|---|---|
| Head Office | HO26 |
| Gauteng North | GN26 |
| Gauteng West | GW26 |
| Tshwane North | TN26 |
| Tshwane South | TS26 |
| Gauteng East | GE26 |
| Ekurhuleni North | EN26 |
| Sedibeng East | SE26 |
| Sedibeng West | SW26 |
| Johannesburg East | JE26 |
| Johannesburg North | JN26 |
| Johannesburg South | JS26 |
| Johannesburg Central | JC26 |
| Johannesburg West | JW26 |
| Tshwane West | TW26 |
| Ekurhuleni South | ES26 |
Quality Assurer marking centres (1,260 positions)
| Marking Centre | Reference Number |
|---|---|
| Alberton High School | Alberton High School26 |
| Allen Glen High School | Allen Glen High School26 |
| Hoerskool Garsfontein | Hoerskool Garsfontein26 |
| Hoerskool President | Hoerskool President26 |
| Nokuthula Special School | Nokuthula Special School26 |
| Bracken High School | Bracken High School26 |
| Bryanston High School | Bryanston High School26 |
| Florida High School | Florida High School26 |
| Hoerskool Alberton | Hoerskool Alberton26 |
| Hoerskool Birchleigh | Hoerskool Birchleigh26 |
| Hoerskool Dinamika | Hoerskool Dinamika26 |
| Hoerskool Voortrekker | Hoerskool Voortrekker26 |
| Parktown Boys High School | Parktown Boys High School26 |
| Queens High School | Queens High School26 |
| Rand Girls High School | Rand Girls High School26 |
| Rand Park Ridge High School | Rand Park Ridge High School26 |
| UJ Metropolitan High School | UJ Metropolitan High School26 |
| Hoerskool Elspark | Hoerskool Elspark26 |
| Hoerskool Florida | Hoerskool Florida26 |
| Ferndale High School | Ferndale High School26 |
| Greenside High School | Greenside High School26 |
| Mondeor High School | Mondeor High School26 |
| Sir John Adams High School | Sir John Adams High School26 |
Key responsibilities
Examination Assistants
- Receive, check, scan and pack examination scripts daily.
- Control script movement between offices, marking venues and archives.
- Verify batch numbers, subjects and paper codes.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies quickly.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality.
Quality Assurers
- Distribute scripts to marking teams and verify numbers.
- Check that every question is marked and totals are correct.
- Reconcile marksheets with scripts and flag any errors.
- Arrange scripts for archival after marking.
- Work under pressure to meet strict exam deadlines.
Contact for enquiries
Mr Harry Culling
Telephone: 010 601 8082
Email: ExamAssistants@gauteng.gov.za
Final checklist before you hit submit
- Academic qualification matches the required level.
- You belong to one of the eligible groups (registered student, unemployed graduate or unemployed with tertiary quals).
- You are not writing any 2026 NSC, SC or AET exams.
- You are not employed elsewhere.
- Mathematics or Accounting was studied.
- You have entered the correct reference number for your chosen location.
- All personal details are accurate.
- Application is submitted before 08 September 2026.
Next steps
If you meet the criteria, start your application today. The process is straightforward, but attention to detail – especially the reference number – will make the difference between a successful submission and a missed opportunity. Good luck, and take this chance to gain valuable experience while supporting South Africa’s education system.
Disclaimer
SETA SA is an independent information platform and is not the Gauteng Department of Education or the Gauteng Provincial Government. Always verify the application details on the official Gauteng Government recruitment portal before applying. Never pay anyone to secure a position.
