Life Healthcare Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary Learnership 2026 | Welkom, Free State | Learnership

Opportunity Overview

Life Healthcare offers an enrolled nursing auxiliary learnership at its Free State hospitals, training caring individuals for an entry-level nursing qualification recognised by the SA Nursing Council.

This learnership is based in Welkom, Free State (Free State) and falls under the HWSETA — Health & Welfare, leading to a NQF Level 4 qualification. A monthly stipend is provided: R5 000 – R6 000 / month.

Key Details

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Grade 12 / Matric
• South African citizen with a valid ID
• Aged 18–35 (youth programme)
• Currently unemployed and not on another funded programme
• Clear criminal record
• Grade 12 with Life Sciences
• Caring disposition; clear health and criminal record

Key Responsibilities

During this learnership you will:

• Providing basic patient care under registered-nurse supervision
• Assisting with patient hygiene, mobility and comfort
• Recording vital signs and basic observations
• Supporting infection-prevention and ward routines
• Completing SANC/HWSETA learnership assessments

Stipend & Benefits

Successful candidates receive a monthly stipend of R5 000 – R6 000 / month for the duration of the programme, on-the-job mentorship, and a nationally recognised NQF Level 4 qualification on successful completion.

How to Apply — Step by Step

• Check that you qualify against the minimum requirements above before applying.
• Prepare and certify your documents (not older than 3 months):
• Certified copy of your South African ID
• Certified copy of your highest qualification / latest results
• Updated CV (maximum 2 pages)
• A short motivational letter
• Submit your application using one of the methods below.
• Apply before the closing date: 18 September 2026. Late applications are not considered.

• Apply online: Visit www.lifehealthcare.co.za/careers/, search for "Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary Learnership 2026", and complete the online application form.

Beware of scams: A legitimate learnership will never ask you to pay a fee to apply or to "secure your place". If you are asked for money, it is a scam.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this round. Life Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer; preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.