Education Therapist Specialist - Physiotherapist

About the role

The Department of Education (Eastern Cape) is hiring an Education Therapist Specialist - Physiotherapist, based in Chris Hani West District Office. This is a permanent post, paying R664,410 – R735,930. How to apply: Applicants must be submitted via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e-Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00- 16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or email Address. Hand-delivered, e-Mailed, Faxed, Posted applications will not be accepted. Reference number to quote: DOE07/08/2026 Closing date: 23 October 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Train educators, parents, and staff in early identification of physical barriers to learning.
• Implement capacity-building programmes for School-based Support Teams (SBSTs).
• Conduct assessments and provide specialized, short-term curriculum interventions and direct therapeutic support where necessary.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team alongside the District-based Support Team (DBST) to support learners with high-level needs.
• Manage professional supervision of therapists in Special Schools.
• Ensure all district therapists comply with HPCSA Continuous Professional Development (CPD) policies.
• Monitor and manage the distribution and use of assistive devices across the district.
• Gather data and report on the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and inter-sectoral collaborations.

Requirements

• Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy allowing for registration with the HPCSA
• Valid, current registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist (proof of registration required
• At least 5 years of relevant experience post-community service
• Experience as an Education Therapist will be an added advantage
• A valid driver’s license is essential for district-wide travel
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Deep understanding of Inclusive Education policies
• Including White Paper 6
• The SIAS policy, and guidelines for Fullservice and Special Schools as Resource Centres
• Familiarity with the Integrated School Health Policy and CSTL is required
• Technical Competencies:
• Expertise in therapeutic assessments, preventative approaches, and developmental techniques
• Ability to conduct disciplinespecific research to identify and address district trends
• Proficiency in report writing, data analysis, and computer literacy
• Strong presentation, consultation, and organizational skills