North West SAPS : 2024/2025 Basic Policing Traineeship Programme
Closing Date: 15 JUNE 2024
The South African Police Service invites applications from all races and gender for Enlistment in the Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP) from young, energetic, intelligent, physically and mentally fit individuals, dedicated to serving their country by pursuing a career in policing.
Basic enlistment requirements: Young South African men and women who apply to be appointed as a member in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act no 68 of 1995) must:
- Apply on the application form determined by the National Commissioner and affirm under oath or by way of a solemn declaration that the information furnished in the application form is true and correct;
- Be a South African citizen of which documentary proof must be furnished;
- Be at least eighteen (18) and under thirty (30) years of age of which documentary proof must be furnished (APPLICANTS MUST BE UNDER THE AGE OF 30 YEARS BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT);
- Be in possession of a Grade 12 school certificate or National Certificate (Vocational) Safety in Society of which documentary proof must be furnished (2024 matriculants are welcome to apply and before enlistment proof of successful completion of Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) must be submitted. As an interim arrangement kindly submit proof of Statement of Symbols, reflecting a pass rate for Senior Certificate); An aggregate of “4” and above in English may serve as an advantage;
- Must be in possession of a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence. Only 10% of the total allocation of trainees will be allowed without a driver’s licence;
- Submit himself or herself to a physical medical examination as determined by the National Commissioner and must be found to be physically and mentally fit for appointment in the post for which he or she applies;
- Undergo a psychological assessment as determined by the National Commissioner and be found to comply with the profile of a police official;
- Be proficient in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Be prepared to take the oath of office;
- Be prepared to undergo such training as determined by the National Commissioner;
- Not have any tattoo marks of which will be visible when wearing the SAPS summer uniform;
- Have no previous criminal convictions and/or pending criminal, civil, disciplinary cases and such person shall allow his or her fingerprints to be taken and allow background enquiries to be made;
- Not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm;
- Be prepared to serve anywhere in the Republic;
- Must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of less than 30; and
- Male applicants must have a Waist circumference £ 102cm and Female applicants must have a maximum waist circumference of 88cm.
All applicants will be subjected to a fitness, psychometric and integrity testing as well as medical evaluation and will be interviewed during the recruitment, selection and enlistment process. The SAPS will also verify the criminal record, qualifications, driver’s license, citizenship and residential address of each applicant. Applicants in possession of valid driver’s license for at least a light motor vehicle will receive preference. Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification. Applicants who previously served in a Government Department and who were dismissed as a result of misconduct are excluded. In view of the physical demands of the Basic Police Development Learning Programme, applicants with chronic diseases, physical impairments or any other health condition that may lead to interruption of the training programme, will be excluded from participation in the programme. Such applicants’ failure to disclose the conditions will result in their withdrawal from the programme on the determination thereof.
The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31st of January 2024 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample in order to determine their forensic DMA profile. The forensic DMA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DMA Database.
Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP)
Successful applicants will participate in the Basic Police Development Learning Programme (hereafter referred to as the PROGRAMME) for a period of 21 (twenty one) months. Remuneration for Induction Phase and Basic Training Phase will be a stipend of R4500-00. The PROGRAMME shall consist of three phases:
- Induction Phase
- One (1) month at a designated police station;
- Basic Training Phase
- Eight (8) months Basic Training at a designated SAPS Academy (with practical training at a designated police station);
- Probation Phase
- After successful completion of the Induction and the Basic training Phases, the police trainee shall be appointed as a member of the Service under probation for a period of 12 months.
During the Basic Training Phase of the PROGRAMME the Service shall provide free training gear, meals and accommodation to the police trainee. Trainees will also receive medical aid benefits for the duration of the 21 month Basic Training Learning Programme. Upon successful completion of the Basic Training Learning Programme, trainees will be considered for permanent appointment as members of the SAPS.
Remuneration during the Probation Phase (on completion of the training period) will be on the first notch of Band A (currently R164 109 per annum). In addition to this, appointees will receive the applicable service benefits.
Core Functions: Successful candidates will serve as functional police officials. As such, they will be deployed to carry out one or more of the following functions: • Prevent, combat and investigate crime, • Maintain public order, • Protect and secure the inhabitants of the Republic and their property, • Uphold and enforce the law
How To Apply
- Application forms are obtainable at all local police stations. The application form must be completed in your own handwriting and must be handed in at your nearest police station.
- Applicants must take note of the fact that application forms and employment are not for sale and any payment offered by an applicant or promises provided in this regard will be investigated and may lead to criminal prosecution. Applicants may report such incidents to the National Anti Corruption Line at telephone number: 0800 701 701.
- Specify the post which you are applying for.
- Make sure you have signed your application form.
- Attach certified copies of your: • ID Document, • Driver’s license, • Matric/Senior Certificate (Grade 12 certificate • Additional qualifications, • Proof of residence.
- You are advised to apply for posts within your province, close to your place of
- residence.
- Visit your nearest police stations in order to obtain application forms.
- Application forms must be hand delivered to
- (a) Your nearest Police Station (HRM office)
VACANCIES: NORTH WEST PROVINCE
BRITS CLUSTER / KLERKSDORP CLUSTER |
Bedwang NW01/05/2024Buffelshoek NW36/05/2024 Brits NW02/05/2024 Hartbeesfontein NW37/05/2024 Cyferskuil NW03/05/2024 Ikageng NW38/05/2024 Klipgat NW04/05/2024 Jouberton NW39/05/2024 Lethlabile NW05/05/2024 Kanana NW40/05/2024 Makapanstad NW06/05/2024 Khuma NW41/05/2024 Mmakau NW07/05/2024 Klerksdorp NW42/05/2024 Mooinooi NW08/05/2024 Klerkskraal NW43/05/2024 Mothotlung NW09/05/2024 Leeudoringstad NW44/05/2024 |
PUDIMOE CLUSTER |
Makwassie NW45/05/2024Bloemhof NW10/05/2024 Ventersdorp NW46/05/2024 Christiana NW11/05/2024 |
MAHIKENG CLUSTER |
Kgomotso NW12/05/2024Biesievlei NW16/05/2024 Pudimoe NW13/05/2024 Delareyville NW17/05/2024 Reivilo NW14/05/2024 Itsoseng NW18/05/2024 Taung NW15/05/2024 Lichtenburg NW19/05/2024 |
VRYBURG CLUSTER |
Lomanyaneng NW20/05/2024Boshoek NW47/05/2024 Mahikeng NW21/05/2024 Bray NW48/05/2024 Makgobistad NW22/05/2024 Ganyesa NW49/05/2024 Mareetsane NW23/05/2024 Huhudi NW50/05/2024 Mmabatho NW24/05/2024 Mokopong NW51/05/2024 Mooifontein NW25/05/2024 Morokweng NW52/05/2024 Ottoshoop NW26/05/2024 Piet Plessis NW53/05/2024 Sannieshof NW27/05/2024 Setlagole NW54/05/2024 Tshidilamolomo NW28/05/2024 Stella NW55/05/2024 |
ZEERUST CLUSTER |
Vorstershoop NW56/05/2024Groot Marico NW29/05/2024 Vryburg NW57/05/2024 Lehurutshe NW30/05/2024 |
RUSTENBURG CLUSTER |
Madikwe NW31/05/2024 Mogwase NW58/05/2024 Motswedi NW32/05/2024 Boitekong NW59/05/2024 Nietverdiend NW33/05/2024 Boons NW60/05/2024 Swartruggens NW34/05/2024 Koster NW61/05/2024 Zeerust NW35/05/2024 Marikana NW62/05/2024 Phokeng NW63/05/2024 Rustenburg NW64/05/2024 Sun City NW65/05/2024 Tlhabane NW66/05/2024 |
CONTACT DETAILS
BRITS PO BOX 84 BRITS 0250 PO BOX 84 BRITS 0250 LT COL VAN ZYL 012 351 6056 PUDIMOE 1594 KABELOMOLAOWA 1594 KABELOMOLAOWA PO KM GAORENGWE 053 995 1188 ROAD ROAD |
PUDIMOE 8584 PUDIMOE 8584 |
MAHIKENG ERF 190 C/O MARING & PRIVATE BAG 2004 CAPT DIBE 018 397 5715 ROBBINSON STREET MAHIKENG 2745 MAHIKENG 2745 |
ZEERUST 814 SEIPHEMO STREET PRIVATE BAG X1310 SPO MAREKA 018 642 8007 IKAGELENG ZEERUST 2865 ZEERUST 2865 |
KLERKSDORP 2 CUCKOO STREET PRIVATE BAG A12 SPO BATSHE 018 464 5518 KLERKSDORP 2571 KLERKSDORP 2571 |
VRYBURG PRIVATE BAG X11 PRIVATE BAG X11 CAC MELANDO 053 928 4110 VRYBURG 8600 VRYBURG 8600 |
RUSTENBURG PRIVATE BAG X820301 PRIVATE BAG X820301 COL MOAGI 014 597 9670 RUSTENBURG 0300 RUSTENBURG 0300 |
Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity through the filling of these posts. The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill the advertised posts. If you have not received feedback from the South African Police Service within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.