Field Supervisor Contract appointment: 10 months (2nd year Casework and 3rd Year group Work) Department: Social Work, Faculty of Humanities, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein Campus Contract type: Contract (temporary). Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary). Closing Date: 14/06/2026. This specialised role focuses on supervising about ±10 students during their practicum placement for about eight weeks. You will guide 2nd‑year students in Casework during the second semester and 3rd‑year students in Group Work during the first semester, ensuring they can apply theoretical models to real‑life client systems. Responsibilities Supervise 2nd year Casework students, guiding them in applying the Problem Management Model, analysing client systems, and formulating intervention strategies. Guide 3rd year Group Work students in planning educational groups for youth, conducting holistic assessments, and practicing non‑discriminatory social work. Accompany students to the school or organisation on Thursdays, usually at 10h00. Mark student reports and return them before 12h00 on Wednesdays; students must receive feedback to continue with the session. Conduct weekly supervision sessions (about 60 minutes each) on Fridays to review work and assist in conceptualising learning experiences. Facilitate integration of theory (e.g., Systems Theory, Planned Change Process) into practical reports and reflections. Maintain detailed assessment records and participate in oral examination panels. Qualifications Bachelor of Social Sciences on NQF Level 8. Active registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Minimum of three (3) years of working experience with expertise in Casework and Group Work. In‑depth knowledge of the theories taught at UFS, including the Problem Management Model. Recommended Skills Ability to guide students through complex ethical decision‑making in day‑to‑day practice. Prior experience supervising students in casework and/or group settings. Excellent written and engaging oral communication skills. Benefits Remuneration: R per month (no other benefits). Employment Equity The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under‑represented designated groups, including those with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf. The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr