ORTI (Tembisa Special School)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Speech-Language Therapist at ORTI (Tembisa Special School), under the Eastern Cape Department of Education, with reference number DOE19/08/2026. The position involves conducting assessments, developing and implementing therapy plans, and providing therapeutic support for learners with speech, language, and communication difficulties within special schools, full-service schools, and public ordinary schools. Key responsibilities include managing assistive devices, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to professional ethics and administrative practices. **What you will do** * 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. * 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 (from the original advert)** * 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: A minimum of one year of experience or relevant clinical experience as a Speech-Language Therapist. * Knowledge of Inclusive Education (IE) policies (White Paper 6). * Knowledge of Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy. * Knowledge of Special Schools as Resource Centres. * Knowledge of Integrated School Health Policy. * Knowledge of Functionality of SBSTs and DBSTs. * Knowledge of Inclusive Education (IE) policies (White Paper 6). * Knowledge of Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy. * Knowledge of Special Schools as Resource Centres. * Knowledge of Integrated School Health Policy. * Knowledge of Functionality of SBSTs and DBSTs. * 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. * Organising and planning. **Who should apply** This position is suitable for a Speech-Language Therapist holding a recognized Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Therapy and mandatory current registration with the HPCSA. Applicants should have a minimum of one year of relevant clinical experience. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of Inclusive Education (IE) policies, SIAS policy, Special Schools as Resource Centres, Integrated School Health Policy, and the functionality of SBSTs and DBSTs. Essential skills include therapeutic assessment and techniques, multi-disciplinary teamwork, a preventative and developmental approach, development of training programmes for SBSTs, report writing, data analysis, communication, consultation, facilitation, computer literacy, presentation skills, and organising and planning abilities. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/eastern-cape-department-of-education-vacancies-circular-36-to-2026#spani-ref-doe19-08-2026 Source: govpage

Summary drafted with AI assistance from the original advert. The advert itself is the authority — how we use AI.

Job description

Before you apply

• Confirm the requirements and closing date on the original listing (govpage). SPANi lists vacancies from other sites and may not reflect last-minute changes.
• Legitimate employers do not charge application, registration or training fees.
• Don't send your ID or bank details before you have confirmed the employer is real.

How to spot a job scam

Before you apply

• Read the full advert and confirm you meet the minimum requirements before applying.
• Tailor your CV headline and most recent experience to the job title and key skills.
• Note the closing date and reference number, and keep a copy of what you submit.
• Apply only through the employer or job board link — never pay to apply.