Apprentice Placement Support

Location: Johannesburg Braamfontein
Work model: Fully in-office
Salary: R18 000 - R23 000

Why youd want to work here

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation empowering Africas artisans with future-fit skills

• Join a team thats collaborative supportive and genuinely team-oriented no silos

• Work in an optimistic start-up environment where innovation and resourcefulness are valued

• Flexible leave policy plus time off over the annual shutdown period

• R1000 medical aid contribution Group Life cover Stock options

• A culture built on honesty accountability and integrity where speaking up is encouraged

• Be part of storytelling that highlights real impact on lives families and communities

About our client
Our client is an education partner focused on empowering artisans across Africa through holistic vocational education and skills training. They operate a connected ecosystem that supports artisans at every stage from foundational skills training to upskilling and business growth

Launched in 2021 their Braamfontein campus focuses on plumbing apprenticeships and is part of a bold mission to create ethical industry professionals of a global standard. This is a high-impact early-stage environment perfect for someone who wants to help shape systems build meaningful programmes and make a tangible difference in young peoples lives.

What the job involves

• Providing structured support programmes for apprentices while they are placed with employers

• Conducting regular site visits to check in on apprentice progress and wellbeing

• Facilitating support calls and maintaining consistent engagement off-campus

• Implementing processes and systems that strengthen the apprentice support journey

• Running the Employer Readiness Programme

• Building strong relationships between industry partners and apprentices

• Working closely with employers to ensure a positive productive placement experience

• Contributing to the ongoing development and refinement of support initiatives

What you need to be considered

• Honours degree in Social Work Psychology Education Community Development or a related field

• 2 yearsexperience running support programmes for youth

• Proven ability to work across multiple systems to empower and develop young people

• Strong organisational and relationship-building skills

• A valid drivers licence and your own car (site visits are essential to this role)

• Passion for education learner experience and people development

• Clear confident communication skills and a proactive mindset

Bonus points if you

• Have experience in facilitation teaching or training

• Thrive in a start-up environment and enjoy building things from the ground up

• Are resourceful solutions-focused and comfortable with change

• Feel deeply motivated by social impact and youth empowerment

If youre energised by the idea of supporting apprentices as they step into the working world and youre excited about shaping systems that truly make a difference this could be your next meaningful move.