SAPS Social Workers (Warrant Officer) | R385,740 Per Year | Apply by 16 October 2026
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a Social Worker (Warrant Officer) position within Employee Health and Wellness in the Northern Cape.
The position offers remuneration of R385,740 per annum (Band B1) and requires applicants to have Grade 12 or an NQF Level 4 National Certificate (Vocational) together with a four-year Degree in Social Work at NQF Level 7 or higher.
Applicants must also be registered as Social Workers with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and provide proof of paid-up fees and valid registration for the 2026/2027 financial year.
Two years of social-work experience within substance abuse, gender-based violence and a generic wellness environment will serve as an advantage.
Applications close on 16 October 2026 at 16:00.
Job Overview
Employer: South African Police Service (SAPS)
Position: Social Worker โ Warrant Officer
Number of Posts: 1
Reference: NCEHW 1/6/2026
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Location: Northern Cape
Division/Section: Provincial Human Resource Management โ Employee Health and Wellness
Remuneration: Band B1 โ R385,740 per annum
Minimum School Qualification: Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) at NQF Level 4
Professional Qualification: Four-year Degree in Social Work, NQF Level 7 or higher
Professional Registration: SACSSP registration required
Driver’s Licence: Required
Closing Date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00
Application Method: Post or hand delivery only
Email Applications: Not accepted
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12); or
- National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database at a minimum of NQF Level 4.
Applicants must additionally hold:
Four-Year Degree in Social Work
The Social Work degree must be:
- Accredited by SAQA; and
- At NQF Level 7 or higher.
SACSSP Registration
Applicants must be registered as Social Workers with the:
South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
Applicants must submit proof of:
- Paid-up registration fees; and
- Valid SACSSP registration for the 2026/2027 financial year.
Candidates should ensure their professional registration is current and that the required proof is included with the application.
Driver’s Licence
Applicants must have a:
Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence
A copy of the driver’s licence must be included with the application.
The qualification and driver’s licence submitted by applicants will be subject to verification with the relevant institutions.
Language Requirement
Applicants must be fluent in at least:
Two official languages
One of these languages must be:
English
Applicants should accurately indicate their language abilities on their CV.
South African Citizenship
Applicants must be citizens of the:
Republic of South Africa
Documentary proof of citizenship must be furnished during the interview process.
Experience
The vacancy states that:
Two years of social-work experience within substance abuse, gender-based violence and a generic wellness environment will serve as an advantage.
This experience is therefore beneficial, but the supplied advertisement describes it as an advantage rather than stating it as the basic minimum qualification.
Additional Experience That Will Be an Advantage
The following will also serve as added advantages:
- Facilitation skills.
- Presentation skills.
- Supervision experience.
- Management experience.
Applicants who genuinely have this experience should make it easy to identify on their CV.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Applicants should have extensive knowledge of:
- Relevant legislation.
- Relevant policies.
Candidates must also be prepared to:
- Work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Market Social Work Services.
- Travel when required.
- Attend courses when required.
Communication Skills
Applicants should have good interpersonal communication skills, including:
- Verbal communication.
- Written communication.
The role involves working with different people and professionals, so candidates should be able to communicate effectively in a diverse working environment.
Additional Skills
Applicants should have skills in:
- Monitoring and evaluation.
- Report writing.
- Problem solving.
- Conflict resolution.
- Interpersonal communication.
Computer Skills
Applicants should have computer skills, particularly in:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Office Outlook
Candidates should include genuine computer skills on their CV.
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Applicants must be willing to:
- Work under pressure.
- Work extended hours.
Candidates should consider these working requirements carefully before submitting an application.
Core Functions
1. Social Work Assessments
The successful candidate will:
Render advanced and complex social work services work-focus assessments.
This forms part of providing occupational social-work services within SAPS.
2. Capacity-Building Programmes
The Social Worker will render comprehensive occupational social-work services to the client system through social-work capacity-building programmes.
These include:
- Promotive interventions.
- Workplace interventions.
3. Restorative Interventions
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive occupational social-work services through:
Restorative interventions
The role therefore requires the ability to provide professional social-work support according to the needs of the client system.
4. Social Work Community Model
The Social Worker will provide occupational social-work services through application of the:
Social Work Community Model
Applicants should therefore be prepared to demonstrate relevant professional knowledge during the selection process.
5. Compile Feedback Reports
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Compile and submit a feedback report for each social-work programme presented.
Strong report-writing and record-management skills will therefore be valuable.
6. Facilitate Health and Wellness Events
The successful candidate will:
- Facilitate health and wellness events.
- Observe health and wellness events.
This role forms part of SAPS Employee Health and Wellness.
7. Work in a Multidisciplinary Team
The Social Worker will work within a:
Multidisciplinary Employee Health and Wellness team
Applicants should therefore be comfortable collaborating with professionals from different disciplines.
8. Support Members’ Mental Well-Being
One of the important functions of the position is to improve the mental well-being of SAPS members.
The successful candidate will provide:
- Psycho-social interventions.
- Emotional interventions.
- Personal interventions.
- Work-related interventions.
Criminal and Departmental Record Requirements
Applicants must have:
- No previous criminal convictions.
- No previous departmental convictions.
- No pending criminal cases.
- No pending departmental cases.
Applicants will be subjected to vetting and background processes.
Security Screening and Fingerprint Verification
Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process that may include:
- Security screening.
- Fingerprint verification.
- Reference checks.
- Address verification where necessary.
- Background enquiries.
Shortlisted candidates may undergo a full security-clearance process before or during employment.
Tattoo Requirement
Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order requirements.
The advertisement states that candidates must:
Not have tattoo marks that will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service.
Applicants should take this requirement into account before applying.
Medical and Psychological Fitness
Applicants who are not currently appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo a medical assessment before appointment.
They must be found:
- Medically fit.
- Psychologically fit.
Police Act members may also be subjected to a practical assessment.
Fitness Requirements
Incumbents appointed under the SAPS Act will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout their service.
Introductory Police Development Learning Programme
Successful applicants appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo the:
Introductory Police Development Learning Programme
This programme will take place at a SAPS academy determined by the National Commissioner.
Application Process:
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