WC SAPS 2018/ 2019 Basic Policing Traineeship Programme

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 (2017 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 2015 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

• 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: WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE

BEAUFORT WEST /: WYNBERG

BEAUFORT WEST WC 01/05/2018CLAREMONT WC 57/05/2018

BLUE DOWNS

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CAPE TOWN

SIMONS TOWN WC 66/05/2018CAMPS BAY WC 09/05/2018 WYNBERG WC 67/05/2018 CAPE TOWN WC 10/05/2018

TYGERBERG

KENSINGTON WC 11/05/2018BELLVILLE WC 49/05/2018 LANGA WC 12/05/2018 BOTHASIG WC 50/05/2018 MAITLAND WC 13/05/2018 BRACKENFELL WC 51/05/2018 PINELANDS WC 14/05/2018 DURBANVILLE WC 52/05/2018 SEA POINT WC 15/05/2018 GOODWOOD WC 53/05/2018 TABLE BAY HARBOUR WC 16/05/2018 KRAAIFONTEIN WC 54/05/2018 WOODSTOCK WC 17/05/2018 PAROW WC 55/05/2018

KHAYELITSHA / WORCESTER

GORDONS BAY WC 18/05/2018WORCESTER WC 56/05/2018 HARARE WC 19/05/2018

NYANGA

KHAYELITSHA WC 20/05/2018BISHOP LAVIS WC 43/05/2018 LINGELETHU WEST WC 21/05/2018 ELSIESRIVIER WC 44/05/2018 LWANDLE WC 22/05/2018 GUGULETU WC 45/05/2018 MACASSAR WC 23/05/2018 MANENBERG WC 46/05/2018 SOMERSET WEST WC 24/05/2018 NYANGA WC 47/05/2018 STRAND WC 25/05/2018 PHILIPPI EAST WC 48/05/2018

MILNERTON / MITCHELLS PLAIN

ATLANTIS WC 26/05/2018ATHLONE WC 35/05/2018 DARLING WC 27/05/2018 GRASSY PARK WC 36/05/2018 MALMESBURY WC 28/05/2018 LANSDOWNE WC 37/05/2018 MELKBOSSTRAND WC 29/05/2018 LENTEGEUR WC 38/05/2018 MILNERTON WC 30/05/2018 MITCHELLS PLAIN WC 39/05/2018 MOORREESBURG WC 31/05/2018 PHILIPPI WC 40/05/2018 PHILADELPHIA WC 32/05/2018 STEENBERG WC 41/05/2018 RIEBEECK WEST WC 33/05/2018 STRANDFONTEIN WC 42/05/2018 TABLE VIEW WC 34/05/2018

CONTACT DETAILS

(a) Your nearest Police Station (Human Resource Official)

(b) The Provincial Recruitment Centre 1st Floor, Customs House Lower Heerengracht Street Foreshore Cape Town

Enquiries: 021 409 6594 / 6592 / 6588 / 6593 /6591 / 6590 / 6580

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.