Lecturer Nursing Grade 1 to 2 (Undergraduate) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Permanent

WCCN14/2026

Western Cape College of Nursing, Boland/Overberg, Southern Cape Karoo and Metro Campus)

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 495 423 - R 581 931 per annum, Grade 2: R 607 350 - R 752 913 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

7/24/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

2026/08/07 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Nursing Education (R212). Or A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Nursing Education.

NOTE

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post-basic qualification or post-graduate qualification in the relevant specialty.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/ recognisable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Possess good communication (written & verbal) and presentation skills. Possess knowledge of relevant Legislation, Acts, Prescripts and Policy frameworks informing the area of operation. Knowledge of nursing education programmes and curriculum. Proficiency in teaching and assessment in Nursing Education including evaluation approaches. Knowledge of policy development, interpretation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Sound conflict management and decision making / problem solving skills. Good research and analytical skills. Good managerial and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provide education and training to student nurses. Coordinate clinical learning exposure to students between college and clinical areas. Conduct clinical accompaniment of students. Coordinate the teaching and learning of nursing programmes. Develop and ensure implementation of quality assurance programmes. Collaborate with other internal and external stakeholders and build a sound relationship within the Department. Supervision of students. Participate in the development and review of nursing curricula for Undergraduate Diploma Programmes. Implements the new nursing programmes in line with SANC and CHE regulations. Participate in the provisioning of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities at the Campus. Participate in all governance structures of the College. Support the mission and promote the image of the College.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse.

ENQUIRIES

Dr Magerman, tel. no. (021) 684-1202 Dr S Mottian, tel. no. (044) 813-1993 (Southern Cape/Karoo Campus) Ms L Strauss, tel. no. (023) 814-0090 (Boland/Overberg Campus)

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.