Caregiver

This is a current vacancy. A Caregiver is needed in Aliwal North. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the Eastern Cape operation.

The Role

The Caregiver position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Eastern Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Aliwal North and across the health jobs space.

On top of that, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Aliwal North operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Aliwal North also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Based in Aliwal North

Practically speaking, the role is based in Aliwal North, near the Port of Ngqura logistics hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Aliwal North and the broader Eastern Cape region.

Many candidates already living within reach of Aliwal North cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Aliwal North.

Why This Role

You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Aliwal North colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the health jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with SANC and POPIA
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with scope of practice
• Administer prescribed medications and document treatments accurately
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming clinical environment
• Support quality improvement audits and clinical governance reviews

Essential Criteria

• Relevant clinical qualification from a recognised institution
• Up-to-date immunisations as required by occupational health policy
• Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
• BLS, ACLS or PALS certification where applicable to the role
• Strong infection prevention and control awareness

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.