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Gauteng Department of Education Examination Assistants/Quality Assurers

Job Overview

The Gauteng Department of Education is recruiting for Examination Assistants/Quality Assurers positions. These roles are essential for ensuring accurate administration, marking, and quality verification of examination scripts across the province. Candidates must demonstrate attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Position Details

  • Department: Gauteng Department of Education
  • Positions Available: Examination Assistant at Exams District & Head Offices, Quality Assurer at Marking Centres
  • Location: Various districts and marking centres across Gauteng
  • Employment Type: Temporary contract for the 2025 examination cycle
  • Package: As per Personnel Administrative Measures (PAM) rates
  • Closing Date: 29 August 2025

The Examination Assistants/Quality Assurers will support the smooth administration of exams, verify scripts, and maintain quality standards throughout the marking process.

Minimum Requirements

  • Matric / Senior Certificate or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
  • Currently registered as a tertiary student or unemployed person with one or more tertiary qualifications
  • Strong numerical skills (Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level required)
  • Second-year or higher tertiary students preferred
  • Previous experience as an Examination Assistant/Quality Assurer is advantageous
  • Able to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressure while consistently meeting strict deadlines.

Note: Individuals writing National Senior Certificate / Senior Certificate or AET examinations in 2025, participants of VSP, and employees elsewhere may not apply.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Examination Assistant – Exams District & Head Offices

  • Receive, verify, manage, and scan examination scripts daily in the role of an Examination Assistant/Quality Assurer.
  • Pack scripts for marking according to batches, subjects, papers, and sessions
  • Address discrepancies regarding received scripts and marksheets
  • Ensure each bag contains two copies of the MP Flow control list and is properly labeled with the designated marking venue.
  • Assist with dispatching scripts to marking venues
  • Indexed archival of scripts after marking for easy retrieval

Quality Assurer – Marking Centres

  • Receive, control, and distribute scripts to marking teams as an Examination Assistants/Quality Assurers
  • Ensure correct number of scripts and marksheets per batch
  • Verify that all questions are marked accurately and marks are correctly transferred to marksheets
  • Reconcile, control, and arrange scripts numerically for archival after marking
  • Assist marking teams with resolving discrepancies and ensure quality standards are maintained

Skills and Competencies

  • Attention to detail and accuracy in handling examination scripts
  • Ability to work under strict deadlines
  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Effective communication with marking teams and supervisors

A successful Examination Assistants/Quality Assurers must demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and commitment to examination integrity.

How to Apply

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