Johannesburg, South Africa — Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has issued a clarion call to the province’s unemployed youth to apply for the National Teacher Assistant Programme, a government-backed initiative offering 30,000 placements in Gauteng alone. This opportunity forms part of the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention, supported by the Department of Basic Education and the Department of Employment and Labour, and is aimed at equipping young South Africans with valuable work experience in the education sector.
“All Gauteng unemployed young people. Please don’t miss this opportunity. This is a national initiative but almost 30,000 young people from GP can benefit as Teacher Assistants earning R4,000 per month,” wrote Premier Lesufi on X (formerly Twitter).
Participants selected for the programme will receive:
R4,000.00 monthly stipend (Subject to 1% UIF deduction)
R30 monthly data allowance
These stipends are intended to support young people as they gain hands-on experience and contribute to learner support and academic excellence in South African schools.
Key Dates and Application Process
Phase
Timeline
Applications Open
22 April 2025
Applications Close
09 May 2025 at 23h59
Interview Period
19 May – 31 May 2025
Contract Start Date
02 June 2025
How to Apply via SAYouth.mobi
Applicants must apply via the SAYouth.mobi platform, which is zero-rated for data and accessible from any device. Follow these simple steps:
1. Visit https://sayouth.mobi 2. Select “Join now” 3. Choose “I’m ready to join” 4. Fill in your personal information and answer a few questions 5. Keep your contact details up to date to receive updates
This programme not only provides immediate income but also serves as a stepping stone to future employment, professional development, and skills enhancement. Teacher Assistants play a vital role in enhancing classroom outcomes by supporting educators, especially in under-resourced schools.
As South Africa continues to invest in its youth, Premier Lesufi’s leadership in promoting this initiative underscores Gauteng’s commitment to equitable access to eduction.
