2025 Teacher Assistant Applications Extended? Here’s What We Know

As of today, Friday, 09 May 2025, the official closing date for the 2025 Teacher Assistant and General School Assistant applications under the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI), there has been no formal announcement from the Department of Basic Education or SAYouth regarding an extension.

However, a recent Facebook post by SAYouth, shared just 18 hours ago, gives a strong indication that an extension could still happen — or at least that late applications might still be considered in areas with low application numbers.

What the SAYouth Post Says

📍 Gauteng Schools Still Need Applicants!

SAYouth stated that some schools in Gauteng are still in need of Education Assistants (EAs) and General School Assistants (GSAs) due to low application numbers. Here's what they shared:

"There are still schools with low application numbers in your area that need Education Assistants and General School Assistants — and they might be looking for someone just like you!"

They even provided a direct PDF list of Gauteng schools still looking for applicants:
👉 Download here

Each school listed includes a direct link to apply via SAYouth.mobi. The data usage to download this list is less than 1MB — so no heavy data needed.

Why This Could Mean Applications May Be Extended

While there is no official update confirming an extension, the following clues suggest it's still worth applying:

• Urgent need for more applicants at some schools, especially in Gauteng.
• SAYouth encouraging youth who haven’t applied to still take action: “Haven’t applied yet? There’s still time!”
• Application links remain active and functional on SAYouth.mobi.

What Should You Do Now?

• If you haven’t applied yet, do it immediately.
  Even if today was meant to be the last day, some schools are clearly still open to receiving applications.
• Use the official list shared by SAYouth to find schools near you that still need applicants.
• Stay tuned to SAYouth’s social media and website for any official updates regarding extensions.

Final Thoughts

While 09 May 2025 remains the official closing date, the need for more applicants and active promotion by SAYouth suggests there might be flexibility — at least in select schools or provinces.

🚨 Don’t wait for an official extension — apply now if you haven’t already. This could still be your chance to gain experience, earn an income, and make a difference.