Education Therapist - Speech and Language
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About the role
The Department of Education (Eastern Cape) is hiring 7 Education Therapist - Speech and Language posts. This is a permanent post, paying R413,121 – R472,359 a year. 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 numbers to quote: DOE13/08/2026, DOE14/08/2026, DOE15/08/2026, DOE16/08/2026, DOE17/08/2026, DOE18/08/2026, DOE19/08/2026 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
- To conduct thorough assessments of learners' speech, language, and communication difficulties, including evaluation of speech sounds, language comprehension and expression, fluency, and voice in the special schools.
- To conduct outreach services to Full-Service and Public Ordinary Schools to extend therapeutic support.
- Administer formal and informal assessments and conduct screenings for learners to identify needs.
- Develop and implement individualized and group Speech-Language Therapy plans for learners in public special schools and public ordinary schools.
- Prescribe, issue, and maintain appropriate assistive devices to support communication.
- Provide relevant information about therapeutic programs to internal and external stakeholders, including School-Based Support Teams, District-Based Support Teams, and parents.
- Assist in the appropriate placement of learners within special schools based on their communication needs.
- Ensure strict compliance with the Code of Ethics of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in all aspects of practice.
- Oversee effective administrative practices related to Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
- Analyse and interpret information to make decisions regarding the need for therapeutic intervention, engage in multi-disciplinary team discussions, and make recommendations and/or referrals.
Requirements
- Degree in Speech-Language Therapy: A recognized Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Therapy from an accredited institution.
- HPCSA Registration: Current and valid registration as a Speech-Language Therapist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is mandatory.
- One Year of Relevant Experience: At least 1 year of experience or relevant clinical experience as a Speech-Language Therapist.
- Knowledge of Inclusive Education (IE) policies (White Paper 6), Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy, Special Schools as Resource Centres, and Integrated School Health Policy.
- Functionality of SBSTs and DBSTs.
- Inclusive Education (IE) policies (White Paper 6), Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy, Special Schools as Resource Centres, and Integrated School Health Policy.
- Therapeutic assessment and techniques, Multi-disciplinary teamwork, Preventative and developmental approach, Development of training programmes for the SBST, Report writing, Analysis of data and trends, Communication, consultation and facilitation skills, Computer literacy, Presentation skills and organising and planning.